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Osteoclast-stimulating factor 1

Domain

The SH3 domain mediates interaction with SMN1.

Function

Induces bone resorption, acting probably through a signaling cascade which results in the secretion of factor(s) enhancing osteoclast formation and activity.

Tissue Specificity

Ubiquitously expressed. Present in osteoclasts (at protein level).

Cellular localization

Alternative names

Osteoclast-stimulating factor 1, OSTF1

swissprot:Q92882 omim:610180 entrezGene:26578