Gene: CPA4

Alternate names for this Gene: CPA3

Gene Summary: This gene is a member of the carboxypeptidase A/B subfamily, and it is located in a cluster with three other family members on chromosome 7. Carboxypeptidases are zinc-containing exopeptidases that catalyze the release of carboxy-terminal amino acids, and are synthesized as zymogens that are activated by proteolytic cleavage. This gene could be involved in the histone hyperacetylation pathway. It is imprinted and may be a strong candidate gene for prostate cancer aggressiveness.

Gene is located in Chromosome: 7

Location in Chromosome : 7q32.2

Description of this Gene: carboxypeptidase A4

Type of Gene: protein-coding