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Human chromosomal mapping of genes for insulin-like growth factors I and II and epidermal growth factor.

Many of the actions previously attributed to pituitary-derived growth hormone are mediated by polypeptide growth factors. These include the insulin-like growth factors I and II (IGF-I and IGF-II), which are members of the insulin family of proteins. We report here the chromosomal mapping of the human genes for IGF-I and IGF-II. IGF-II maps to the short arm of chromosome 11, which also contains the gene for insulin and the proto-oncogene c-Ha-ras1 (ref. 9). IGF-I maps to chromosome 12, which is evolutionarily related to chromosome 11 and carries the gene for the proto-oncogene c-Ki-ras2 (refs 10,44). We have also localized the human gene for an unrelated polypeptide hormone, epidermal growth factor, to chromosome 4q, in the same region as another specialized growth factor, T-cell growth factor. We speculate that these map assignments reflect the existence of gene families involved in growth control.

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Chromosomal mapping of the peroneal muscular atrophy (pma) gene in the mouse.

We conducted chromosomal mapping of the pma gene that is a causative gene in the peroneal muscular atrophy mouse, which shows a club foot at birth and unusual gait due to a dropped foot in the adult. Linkage analyses using backcross progeny revealed a significant linkage between the pma gene and three microsatellite markers, D5Mit263 at 73 cM, D5Mit141 and D5Mit97 at 74 cM on Chr 5. The gene order was determined as follows: centromere-D5Mit263-[2.65 cM]-D5Mit141-[2.56 cM]-pma-[5.13 cM]-D5Mit97-telomere.

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Chromosomal mapping of calmodulin 1 (CALM1) and alpha-globin 1 genes (HBA1) in the bovine.

Chromosomal mapping of the bovine calmodulin 1 and alpha-globin 1 genes was performed by analyzing bovine/murine somatic cell hybrid DNAs with PCR using primers specific for 3'-untranslated regions of those bovine genes. The calmodulin 1 and alpha-globin 1 genes were assigned to bovine chromosomes 25 and 29, respectively. Results from the present study should contribute to improvement in map resolution of bovine chromosomes and increase comparative information available on bovine chromosomes.

Alpha-Globulins↗

Chromosome mapping and expression of a putative testis-determining gene in mouse.

Isolation and mapping of a mouse complementary DNA sequence (mouse Y-finger) encoding a multiple, potential zinc-binding, finger protein homologous to the candidate human testis-determining factor gene is reported. Four similar sequences were identified in Hind III-digested mouse genomic DNA. Two (7.2 and 2.0 kb) were mapped to the Y chromosome. Only the 2.0-kb fragment, however, was correlated with testis determination. Polymerase chain reaction analysis suggests both Y loci are transcribed in adult testes. A 3.6-kb fragment was mapped to the X chromosome between the T16H and T6R1 translocation breakpoints, and a fourth (6.0 kb) was mapped to chromosome 10. Hence, mYfin sequences have been duplicated several times in the mouse, although they are not duplicated in humans.

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Characterization and chromosomal mapping of the human gene for SFT, a stimulator of Fe transport.

Hemochromatosis is the most common genetic disorder known in man and results in progressive tissue deposition of iron leading to cirrhosis of the liver, hepatic carcinoma, congestive heart failure, endocrinopathies, and premature death. SFT (stimulator of Fe transport) is a newly discovered transport protein that facilitates uptake of iron. Recent studies have demonstrated that although SFT expression is reciprocally regulated in response to cellular iron levels, it is aberrantly upregulated in the liver of hemochromatosis patients, indicating that enhanced SFT expression contributes to the etiology of this disease. Here we report the molecular cloning and characterization of the human gene for SFT. FISH analysis maps the SFT gene to human chromosome 10q21. PCR analysis indicates 1000 nucleotides of intervening intron sequence near the 3' end of the coding region for SFT. Based on DNA sequence analysis of the additional 5' untranslated region obtained from the genomic clone, SFT lacks known metal-regulated transcriptional or translational control elements. These studies provide the basis for future elucidation of the mechanisms that control SFT expression in order to discover how this regulation is lost in hemochromatosis.

Base Sequence↗

Molecular cloning of the human homolog of a striatum-enriched phosphatase (STEP) gene and chromosomal mapping of the human and murine loci.

A gene for a protein tyrosine phosphatase (PTPase) was isolated from a human fetal brain cDNA library by PCR amplification. Sequence analysis revealed that the PTPase has a single phosphatase catalytic domain located at the C-terminus that includes the highly conserved amino acid domain [I/V]HCXAGXXR[S/T]GX[F/Y] found in all tyrosine phosphatases. Two proline-rich regions located at the N-terminus may contain putative Src homology domain 3 (SH3) binding motifs. Comparison of the PTPase with a previously cloned striatum enriched phosphatase (STEP) from rat and from mouse exhibited a high degree of identity (approximately 85-90%) at both the nucleotide and the amino acid levels, indicating that the human PTPase is the homolog of the rat and murine STEP gene. By using a combination of somatic cell hybrid analysis and fluorescence in situ hybridization, we have mapped the human STEP locus to chromosome 11p15.2-p15.1 and the murine STEP gene to chromosome 7B3-B5. These are two regions of known conserved synteny, providing further evidence that the human STEP is a true homolog of the murine STEP gene. Candidate disease genes in the vicinity include Usher syndrome type 1C in human and a mouse mutant locus, twister (twt).

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cDNA cloning, genomic structure, and chromosome mapping of the human epithelial membrane protein CL-20 gene (EMP1), a member of the PMP22 family.

CL-20 is a novel gene encoding a protein that is structurally related to but distinct from the peripheral myelin protein PMP22. Like PMP22, CL-20 is likely to play important roles in the regulation of cell proliferation, differentiation, and cell death. In this study, we describe the cloning and sequencing of a cDNA encoding the human homologue of CL-20 and characterize the genomic structure of this gene. The hCL-20 gene (HGMW-approved symbol EMP1) encodes a protein of 157 amino acids that exhibits 76% identity to the rabbit CL-20 and to the rat EMP-1, which have been described recently, and 39% identity to human PMP22. CL-20 contains four hydrophobic domains, suggesting that it is an integral membrane protein. In particular the second hydrophobic domain encoded within the fourth exon is highly conserved among CL-20, EMP-1, and PMP22, suggesting a functional role for this region. CL-20 mRNA is abundant in squamous-differentiated bronchial epithelial cells; however, low levels of CL-20 mRNA can be detected in several human tissues by Northern analysis. Retinoic acid, which inhibits squamous differentiation, represses CL-20 expression in normal human bronchial epithelial cells. The genomic structure of the hCL-20 gene was analyzed using a P1 vector containing this gene. The hCL-20 gene contains five exons about 0.2, 0.12, 0.1, 0.14, and 2.2 kb and four introns about 15, 1.9, 0.1, and 0.7 kb. We have mapped the hCL-20 gene to chromosome 12p12 by fluorescence in situ hybridization.

Amino Acid Sequence↗

Human SLUG gene organization, expression, and chromosome map location on 8q.

SLUG is a member of the snail family of zinc finger proteins. It is involved in epithelial to mesenchyme cell transition during neurulation and plays a role in limb bud development. We have isolated and described the human SLUG gene by sequencing a region spanning 4034 bp. The human SLUG gene contains three exons. The SLUG transcript is 2.2 kb and is found in placenta and adult heart, pancreas, liver, kidney, and skeletal muscle, and it codes for a protein of 268 amino acids and 29.989 kDa. This protein contains five zinc finger regions. The human SLUG protein is 95, 93, and 88% homologous to mouse, chicken, and Xenopus slug, respectively, but shows only 47% homology to mouse Snail. The zinc finger region is 100% identical between human and mouse Slug. Slug maps to the long arm of chromosome 8, closely linked to D8S2090 between D8S519 and D8S1098.

Amino Acid Sequence↗

A novel human amino acid transporter, hNAT3: cDNA cloning, chromosomal mapping, genomic structure, expression, and functional characterization.

Amino acid transporters are proteins that transport amino acids across the membrane. We report here the isolation and characterization of a novel human cDNA clone encoding a protein of 547 amino acids. This protein shares approximately 50% amino acid sequence homology with the amino acid transporters mouse mNAT and its orthologs, rat SN1 and human g17, and mouse GlnT/ATA1 and ATA2. Expression of this cRNA in Xenopus oocytes revealed that the strongest transport activities were specific for l-alanine. In addition, hNAT3 is a Na(+)- and pH-dependent, low-affinity transporter and partially tolerates substitution of Na(+) by Li(+). Since this protein has sequence and functional similarities to the previously identified system N amino acid transporters, we named this protein hNAT3. The genomic DNA sequence encoding the transcript of hNAT3 spans over 14 kb with 16 exons and 15 introns. Using fluorescence in situ hybridization, we mapped the hNAT3 gene to human chromosome 12q12-q13. By RT-PCR of embryonic and adult human tissues, hNAT3 was detected to be predominantly expressed in the liver and to a much lesser extent in the muscle, kidney, and pancreas. The data obtained in this study are likely to offer critical clues for identification of amino acid transporter-associated diseases.

Alanine↗

Chromosomal mapping of host resistance loci to Trichinella spiralis nematode infection in rats.

The differences in host response among strains of rats to intestinal nematode parasite Trichinella spiralis infection could provide a powerful benefit for further elucidation of molecular interactions between the host and the parasite. Using several strains of rats, we previously observed that DA strain is a strong responder and F344 strain is a weak responder with respect to expulsion of the adult worm. To identify the host resistance loci, quantitative trait loci (QTLs) analysis in F2 population from crosses between DA and F344 strains was performed. One significant QTL (designated as Tspe) was mapped to the middle region of chromosome 9. In addition, the effect of DA allele at Tspe locus could act recessively and lead to the rejection of more adult worms from the gut. The results from the present study provide more insights on host-parasite interactions, which may be useful in facilitating the development of novel approaches for treatment and control of intestinal parasites in human and domestic livestock.

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Chromosome mapping of the human ras-related rab3A gene to 19p13.2.

The rab genes belong to one of the three main branches of the ras super family. The encoded rab proteins share 38 to 75% amino acid identity with the yeast YPT1 and SEC4 proteins. We used the human rab3A cDNA to map the corresponding gene on human chromosomes by chromosome sorting and in situ hybridization. Both techniques allowed the assignment of the rab3A gene to chromosome 19 with a regional localization on 19p13.2 obtained by in situ hybridization.

Chromosome Banding↗

Molecular cloning, chromosome mapping and characterization of UBQLN3 a testis-specific gene that contains an ubiquitin-like domain.

The sequence of the ubiquitin protein is highly conserved between species and has facilitated the cloning of numerous ubiquitin-like proteins. In the present study, we report the cloning of the cDNA for human ubiquilin 3 (UBQLN3). The deduced amino acid sequence of UBQLN3 contains a UBQ domain (ubiquitin-like) in the amino terminus as well as two highly conserved domains found in several recently cloned ubiquitin-like proteins. One of these domains, termed the NP domain, is a highly conserved 93 amino acid region present in UBQLN3 and several ubiquitin-like proteins. The last conserved domain is the UBA domain (ubiquitin-associated) found in a variety of proteins of the ubiquination pathway. The human UBQLN3 gene was mapped to the 11p15 region of chromosome 11. Northern blot analysis of multiple human and mouse tissues demonstrated UBQLN3 mRNA expression specifically in testis.

Amino Acid Sequence↗

Tissue specific expression and chromosomal mapping of a human UDP-N-acetylglucosamine: alpha1,3-d-mannoside beta1, 4-N-acetylglucosaminyltransferase.

A human cDNA for UDP- N -acetylglucosamine:alpha1,3-d-mannoside beta1,4- N- acetylglucosaminyltransferase (GnT-IV) was isolated from a liver cDNA library using a probe based on a partial cDNA sequence of the bovine GnT-IV. The cDNA encoded a complete sequence of a type II membrane protein of 535 amino acids which is 96% identical to the bovine GnT-IV. Transient expression of the human cDNA in COS7 cells increased total cellular GnT-IV activity 25-fold, demonstrating that this cDNA encodes a functional human GnT-IV. Northern blot analysis of normal tissues indicated that at least five different sizes of mRNA (9.7, 7.6, 5.1, 3.8, and 2.4 kb) forGnT-IV are expressed in vivo. Furthermore, these mRNAs are expressed at different levels between tissues. Large amounts of mRNA were detected in tissues harboring T lineage cells. Also, the promyelocytic leukemia cell line HL-60 and the lymphoblastic leukemia cell line MOLT-4 revealed abundant mRNA. Lastly, the gene was mapped at the locus on human chromosome 2, band q12 by fluorescent in situ hybridization.

Amino Acid Sequence↗

p27Kip1: chromosomal mapping to 12p12-12p13.1 and absence of mutations in human tumors.

The p27Kip1 gene codes for a cyclin-dependent kinase inhibitor implicated in G1 arrest by transforming growth factor beta, cell-cell contact, agents that elevate cyclic AMP, and the growth-inhibitory drug rapamycin. p27 binds to and inhibits complexes formed by cyclin E-cdk2, cyclin A-cdk2, and cyclin D-cdk4. The involvement of p27 in the negative regulation of cell proliferation suggests that it may also function as a tumor suppressor gene. Using a combination of somatic cell hybrid panels and fluorescence in situ hybridization p27Kip1 has been mapped to the short arm of chromosome 12 at the 12p12-12p13.1 boundary, reported to harbor deletions and rearrangements in leukemia and mesotheliomas. In order to assess potential p27Kip1 gene alterations, we have screened a total of 147 human primary solid tumors and found no detectable cancer-specific mutations. These results argue that the often observed loss of antimitogenic transforming growth factor beta responsiveness in human cancer cells is not due to structural defects in p27Kip1.

Base Sequence↗

Structural organization and chromosomal mapping of JAK3 locus.

In this study, we have isolated the genomic DNA clone encoding the murine JAK3 gene and determined its sequence. Partial genomic clones of the JAK1 and JAK2 genes encoding the tyrosine kinase domain were also isolated and compared with JAK3. The genomic structure of JAK3 consists of 23 exons. The exon/intron boundaries and the distribution of coding sequences within the exons of each of the three JAK genes were found to follow a similar pattern suggesting that various members of the JAK family have originated from a single primordial gene by duplication and the structure has been closely maintained through evolution. Using in situ hybridization and FISH analysis, we have mapped the JAK3 gene to human chromosome 19p13.1-p13.2.

Amino Acid Sequence↗

Genome structure and chromosomal mapping of the gene for Fe65L2 interacting with Alzheimer's beta-amyloid precursor protein.

Recently we cloned the cDNA encoding human Fe65L2, which interacts with Alzheimer's beta-amyloid precursor protein (APP). The protein has one WW domain and two PID elements (Neurosci. Lett. (1999) 261, 143-146.). Here, we report the entire genome structure and the chromosomal mapping of the Fe65L2 gene. The gene is composed of thirteen coding exons distributed over 6 kb and the genomic organization is similar to another Fe65 member, Fe65 gene. Two transcription start sites of the gene were found in a CpG island by primer extension analysis. Radiation hybrid mapping revealed that the Fe65L2 gene is on chromosome 5 between markers SHGC-9824 (D5S2374) and SHGC-8489 (D5S2569). Characterization of the Fe65L2 gene structure will be useful in the linkage analysis and search for mutations in the Fe65L2 gene in patients with Alzheimer's disease.

Alzheimer Disease↗

Chromosome map of cosmid clones constructed with Chinese hamster genomic DNA.

By fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH), we constructed a chromosome map of 324 site-specific clones and 119 painting clones, which were isolated from a cosmid library of Chinese hamster genomic DNA. The site-specific clones were distributed among all chromosomes except chromosome 10 and the Y chromosome. On the other hand, FISH signals of painting clones were mainly found in heterochromatic regions. First, the various combinations of clones painting centromeric regions suggest that the centromeric heterochromatin of Chinese hamster chromosomes is extremely diverse in its repetitive sequence composition. Second, the long arm of the X chromosome and the whole Y chromosome, both heterochromatic regions, were simultaneously painted by many clones. The pattern of co-localization indicated that a proximal segment of the long arm of the X chromosome matches the complete long arm of the Y chromosome, whereas a distal segment of the long arm of the X chromosome is comparable to the whole short arm of the Y chromosome. Thus, these findings suggest that the corresponding segments of the X and Y-chromosomes have common repeated DNA elements.

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[The chromosome mapping of enzymatic genes related to inborn metabolic errors].

For many reasons knowledge of the chromosomal location of genetic markers is highly desirable. The application of somatic cell genetic and molecular biology techniques to chromosome mapping has provided a rapid development of the gene map of human genome. Here, the current status of the gene map of enzymes which are related to inborn metabolic errors.

Chromosome Mapping↗