CLEC17A

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Description

The CLEC17A (C-type lectin domain containing 17A) is a protein-coding gene located on chromosome 19.

CLEC17A acts as a cell surface receptor, potentially playing a role in carbohydrate-mediated communication between cells within the germinal center. It binds to glycans that have terminal alpha-linked mannose or fucose residues.

CLEC17A is also known as -.

Associated Diseases

• COVID-19
• cancer
• breast cancer