MT1IP
Description
The MT1IP (metallothionein 1I, pseudogene) is a pseudo gene located on chromosome 16.
MT1IP is a protein that interacts with the copper transporter CTR1. It is thought to regulate copper uptake and trafficking within cells, possibly impacting metallothionein expression and influencing cellular processes like proliferation and differentiation.
MT1IP (Metal Transporter 1 Interacting Protein) is a protein that plays a crucial role in regulating the intracellular levels of essential metals like copper and zinc. It directly interacts with the copper transporter, CTR1, and is thought to influence copper uptake and trafficking within cells. Furthermore, MT1IP has been implicated in the regulation of metallothionein expression, a key component of cellular metal homeostasis. Studies suggest that MT1IP might also be involved in modulating the activity of certain signaling pathways, potentially influencing cell proliferation and differentiation. Its precise role in these processes is still under investigation.
MT1IP is also known as MT1, MT1I, MTE.
