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Glucocorticoid-Induced TNFR-Related Protein

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Definition: A member of the TNF receptor family that was initially identified as a DEXAMETHASONE-induced protein from a T-CELL line. It may play a role in regulating APOPTOSIS and modulating immune response by T-lymphocytes. Signaling by the activated receptor occurs through its association with TNF RECEPTOR-ASSOCIATED FACTORS.     
See Also Autoimmune Lymphoproliferative Syndrome 		Other names TNFR-Related Protein, Glucocorticoid-Induced; Glucocorticoid Induced TNFR Related Protein; Tumor Necrosis Factor Receptor Superfamily, Member; Receptors, Tumor Necrosis Factor, Member 18
 
SubstanceCAS Registry & nameCategoriesSourceDrugs*
TNFRSF18 protein, human  0   *Glucocorticoid-Induced TNFR-Related Protein.
Tnfrsf18 protein, mouse  0   *Glucocorticoid-Induced TNFR-Related Protein. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A 1997 Jun 10;94(12):6216-21

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