NCIt related terms : Neural Cell Surface Protein F3; CONTACTIN 1; Glycoprotein GP135;
NCIt definition : Contactin-1 (1018 aa, 113 kDa) is encoded by the human CNTN1 gene. This protein plays
a role in the development of the nervous system, including the formation of neuromuscular
junction axon connections.;
Alternative definition : CDISC: An antigen encoded by the CNTN1 gene that functions as a cell adhesion molecule,
and plays a role in the formation of axon connections in the developing nervous system.
It can be considered as an autoantigen and is commonly associated with autoimmune
neuropathies.;
NCIt note : Contactin-1 is a glycosylphosphatidylinositol (GPI)-anchored neuronal membrane protein.;