Semenogelin_I

Semenogelin I

Semenogelin I

Protein-coding gene in the species Homo sapiens


Semenogelin-1 is a protein that in humans is encoded by the SEMG1 gene.[3][4][5] The protein encoded by this gene is the predominant protein in semen. The encoded secreted protein is involved in the formation of a gel matrix that encases ejaculated spermatozoa. The prostate-specific antigen (PSA) protease processes this protein into smaller peptides, with each possibly having a separate function. The proteolysis process breaks down the gel matrix and allows the spermatozoa to move more freely. Two transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been found for this gene.[5]

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References

  1. "Human PubMed Reference:". National Center for Biotechnology Information, U.S. National Library of Medicine.
  2. Jonsson M, Linse S, Frohm B, Lundwall A, Malm J (Apr 2005). "Semenogelins I and II bind zinc and regulate the activity of prostate-specific antigen". Biochem J. 387 (Pt 2): 447–53. doi:10.1042/BJ20041424. PMC 1134973. PMID 15563730.

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