TNFRSF25

The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the TNF-receptor superfamily. This receptor is expressed preferentially in the tissues enriched in lymphocytes, and it may play a role in regulating lymphocyte homeostasis. This receptor has been shown to stimulate NF-kappa B activity and regulate cell apoptosis. The signal transduction of this receptor is mediated by various death domain containing adaptor proteins. Knockout studies in mice suggested the role of this gene in the removal of self-reactive T cells in the thymus. Multiple alternatively spliced transcript variants of this gene encoding distinct isoforms have been reported, most of which are potentially secreted molecules. The alternative splicing of this gene in B and T cells encounters a programmed change upon T-cell activation, which predominantly produces full-length, membrane bound isoforms, and is thought to be involved in controlling lymphocyte proliferation induced by T-cell activation. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

TNFRSF25 Gene(Protein Coding) TNF Receptor Superfamily Member 25

Receptor for TNFRSF25 and TNFRSF6B. Mediates activation of NF-kappa-B. Inhibits vascular endothelial growth and angiogenesis (in vitro). Promotes activation of caspases and apoptosis.

Biological Process activation of cysteine-type endopeptidase activity involved in apoptotic process Source:MGI1 Publication
Biological Process activation of NF-kappaB-inducing kinase activity Source:MGI1 Publication
Biological Process apoptotic process Source:InterPro
Biological Process immune response Source:InterPro
Biological Process signal transduction Source:ProtInc1 Publication

Membrane
Tumor necrosis factor ligand superfamily member 15, secreted form
Secreted

Cytoplasmic: 1-35
Helical: 36-56
Extracellular: 57-251