In this article, we are going to delve deeper into the topic of ICAM2, exploring its many facets and providing a holistic view that allows the reader to better understand its importance and relevance in different contexts. From its impact on modern society to its influence on the personal level, ICAM2 is a topic that continues to arouse interest and generate debate. Through in-depth analysis and a wide range of examples, we will examine the various dimensions of ICAM2, addressing its global implications and highlighting its role in shaping our current environment. Whether you are an expert in the field or simply curious to learn more, this article promises to offer a rich and insightful perspective on ICAM2.
Intercellular adhesion molecule 2 (ICAM2), also known as CD102 (Cluster of Differentiation 102), is a human gene, and the protein resulting from it.
Protein structure
The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the intercellular adhesion molecule (ICAM) family. All ICAM proteins are type I transmembrane glycoproteins, contain 2–9 immunoglobulin-like C2-type domains, and bind to the leukocyte adhesion LFA-1 protein.
This protein may also play a role in lymphocyte recirculation by blocking LFA-1-dependent cell adhesion. It mediates adhesive interactions important for antigen-specific immune response, NK-cell mediated clearance, lymphocyte recirculation, and other cellular interactions important for immune response and surveillance.[6]
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Further reading
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Hayflick JS, Kilgannon P, Gallatin WM (1998). "The intercellular adhesion molecule (ICAM) family of proteins. New members and novel functions". Immunologic Research. 17 (3): 313–27. doi:10.1007/BF02786454. PMID9638475. S2CID19901365.
Bujía J, Holly A, Kim C, Scanady N, Kastenbauer E (1994). "Expression of human intercellular adhesion molecules in middle ear cholesteatoma". American Journal of Otolaryngology. 15 (4): 271–5. doi:10.1016/0196-0709(94)90094-9. PMID7526720.
Butini L, De Fougerolles AR, Vaccarezza M, Graziosi C, Cohen DI, Montroni M, Springer TA, Pantaleo G, Fauci AS (September 1994). "Intercellular adhesion molecules (ICAM)-1 ICAM-2 and ICAM-3 function as counter-receptors for lymphocyte function-associated molecule 1 in human immunodeficiency virus-mediated syncytia formation". European Journal of Immunology. 24 (9): 2191–5. doi:10.1002/eji.1830240939. PMID7916296. S2CID24872330.
Maruyama K, Sugano S (January 1994). "Oligo-capping: a simple method to replace the cap structure of eukaryotic mRNAs with oligoribonucleotides". Gene. 138 (1–2): 171–4. doi:10.1016/0378-1119(94)90802-8. PMID8125298.
Bernstein CN, Sargent M, Gallatin WM, Wilkins J (October 1996). "Beta 2-integrin/intercellular adhesion molecule (ICAM) expression in the normal human intestine". Clinical and Experimental Immunology. 106 (1): 160–9. PMID8870715.
Suzuki Y, Yoshitomo-Nakagawa K, Maruyama K, Suyama A, Sugano S (October 1997). "Construction and characterization of a full length-enriched and a 5'-end-enriched cDNA library". Gene. 200 (1–2): 149–56. doi:10.1016/S0378-1119(97)00411-3. PMID9373149.
Sainio M, Zhao F, Heiska L, Turunen O, den Bakker M, Zwarthoff E, Lutchman M, Rouleau GA, Jääskeläinen J, Vaheri A, Carpén O (September 1997). "Neurofibromatosis 2 tumor suppressor protein colocalizes with ezrin and CD44 and associates with actin-containing cytoskeleton". Journal of Cell Science. 110. 110 (18): 2249–60. doi:10.1242/jcs.110.18.2249. PMID9378774.