NCIt definition : Human GSK3A wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 19q13.2 and is approximately
12 kb in length. This allele, which encodes glycogen synthase kinase-3 alpha protein,
plays a role in the regulation of both glycogen synthesis and the Wnt/beta-catenin
signaling pathway.;
NCIt note : The GSK3A gene product is necessary for production of the beta-amyloid-40 and -42
peptides generated from the amyloid precursor protein. Increased production and aggregation
of these peptides into plaques is associated with the development of Alzheimer's disease.;