This gene encodes one of six different actin proteins. Actins are highly conserved proteins that are involved in cell motility, structure, and integrity. This actin is a major constituent of the contractile apparatus and one of the two nonmuscle cytoskeletal actins. [provided by RefSeq
Other Designations:
PS1TP5-binding protein 1,actin, cytoplasmic 1,beta actin,beta cytoskeletal actin
Gene Pathway
Adherens junction
Arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC)