Full name: acyl-CoA binding domain containing 5

Gene type: protein coding

RefSeq status: REVIEWED

Also known as: RDLKD

Summary: This gene encodes a member of the acyl-Coenzyme A binding protein family, known to function in the transport and distribution of long chain acyl-Coenzyme A in cells. This gene may play a role in the differentiation of megakaryocytes and formation of platelets. A related protein in yeast is involved in autophagy of peroxisomes. A mutation in this gene has been associated with autosomal dominant thrombocytopenia. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2014]

Expression: Ubiquitous expression in brain (RPKM 6.3), kidney (RPKM 5.9) and 25 other tissues

Gene size: 59274bp

Exon count: 17