Gene: CCL8

Alternate names for this Gene: HC14|MCP-2|MCP2|SCYA10|SCYA8

Gene Summary: This antimicrobial gene is one of several chemokine genes clustered on the q-arm of chromosome 17. Chemokines form a superfamily of secreted proteins involved in immunoregulatory and inflammatory processes. The superfamily is divided into four subfamilies based on the arrangement of N-terminal cysteine residues of the mature peptide. This chemokine is a member of the CC subfamily which is characterized by two adjacent cysteine residues. This cytokine displays chemotactic activity for monocytes, lymphocytes, basophils and eosinophils. By recruiting leukocytes to sites of inflammation this cytokine may contribute to tumor-associated leukocyte infiltration and to the antiviral state against HIV infection.

Gene is located in Chromosome: 17

Location in Chromosome : 17q12

Description of this Gene: C-C motif chemokine ligand 8

Type of Gene: protein-coding