ACTN3
Function
F-actin cross-linking protein which is thought to anchor actin to a variety of intracellular structures. This is a bundling protein.
Sequence Similarities
Belongs to the alpha-actinin family.
Tissue Specificity
Expression restricted to fast (type 2) skeletal muscle fibers (at protein level).
Alternative names
Alpha-actinin-3, Alpha-actinin skeletal muscle isoform 3, F-actin cross-linking protein, ACTN3