The SERPINA7 gene provides instructions for making a protein called thyroxine-binding globulin. This protein attaches (binds) to hormones made by the thyroid gland, which is a butterfly-shaped tissue in the lower neck. Thyroid hormones play an important role in regulating growth, brain development, and the rate of chemical reactions in the body (metabolism). Thyroxine is the primary hormone produced by the thyroid gland. In the bloodstream, thyroid hormones are typically attached to thyroxine-binding globulin and similar proteins
Other Names
alpha-1 antiproteinase, antitrypsin; serine (or cysteine) proteinase inhibitor, clade A (alpha-1 antiproteinase, antitrypsin), member 7; serine (or cysteine) proteinase inhibitor, clade A, member 7; serpin peptidase inhibitor, clade A (alpha-1 antiproteinase, antitrypsin), member 7; TBG; thyroxin-binding globulin; thyroxine-binding globulin
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Identifiers
- NCBI Gene: 6906
- OMIM: 314200
Source: MedlinePlus Genetics, U.S. National Library of Medicine.
