Full name: DS cell adhesion molecule

Gene type: protein coding

RefSeq status: REVIEWED

Also known as: CHD2; CHD2-42; CHD2-52

Summary: This gene is a member of the immunoglobulin superfamily of cell adhesion molecules (Ig-CAMs), and is involved in human central and peripheral nervous system development. This gene is a candidate for Down syndrome and congenital heart disease (DSCHD). A gene encoding a similar Ig-CAM protein is located on chromosome 11. Alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding multiple isoforms have been observed for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Oct 2012]

Expression: Biased expression in brain (RPKM 4.3), spleen (RPKM 0.3) and 2 other tissues

Gene size: 836160bp

Exon count: 33