NFX1-type zinc finger-containing protein 1
Definition:
RNA-binding protein that initiates the antiviral response and is required to restrict the replication of RNA viruses. Acts as a double-stranded RNA (dsRNA) sensor that recognizes viral RNA and then interacts with MAVS to initiate the type I interferon response (By similarity). Also required for immunity against some bacteria, such as mycobacteria.
References:
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[1]. Stefano Vavassori, et al. Multisystem inflammation and susceptibility to viral infections in human ZNFX1 deficiency. J Allergy Clin Immunol. 2021 Aug;148(2):381-393. [Content Brief]
[2]. Tom Le Voyer, et al. Inherited deficiency of stress granule ZNFX1 in patients with monocytosis and mycobacterial disease. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2021 Apr 13;118(15):e2102804118. [Content Brief]
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