ZFY
Domain
The binding of ZFY to DNA is mediated by the interaction of the GGCC core base pairs with zinc fingers 12 and 13.
Function
Probable transcriptional activator. Binds to the consensus sequence 5'-AGGCCY-3'.
Sequence Similarities
Belongs to the krueppel C2H2-type zinc-finger protein family. ZFX/ZFY subfamily.
Cellular localization
- Nucleus
Alternative names
Zinc finger Y-chromosomal protein, ZFY