NCIt definition : Human TNFRSF1B wild-type allele is located within 1p36.3-p36.2 and is approximately
42 kb in length. This allele, which encodes tumor necrosis factor receptor superfamily
member 1B protein, plays a role in the mediation of tumor necrosis factor-alpha signaling.;
NCIt note : The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the TNF-receptor superfamily. This
receptor is required for CD40 and TNF-mediated activation of NF-kappa B and programmed
cell death. This protein and TNF-receptor 1 form a heterocomplex that mediates the
recruitment of two anti-apoptotic proteins, baculoviral IAP repeat-containing protein
1 (BIRC1/c-IAP1) and 2 (BIRC2/c-IAP2). BIRC1 has been shown to act as a ubiquitin
ligase that induces the ubiquitination and degradation of this receptor, which may
potentiate TNF-induced apoptosis. Knockout studies in mice suggested a role of this
protein in protecting neurons from apoptosis by stimulating antioxidative pathways.
(Entrez Gene); The TNFRSF1B gene is expressed as two isoforms that are produced by alternative splicing.
One isoform has a transmembrane domain and the other is a secreted protein. (SwissProt);