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FEN1 Protein

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FEN1 Protein

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| Protein Name | FEN1 Protein |
| Gene | [FEN1](/genes/fen1) |
| UniProt ID | [P39748](https://www.uniprot.org/uniprot/P39748) |
| Alternative Names | Flap Endonuclease 1, MF1, RAD2 |
| Molecular Weight | ~43 kDa |
| Structure | N-terminal domain, intermediate domain, C-terminal helix-hairpin-helix domain |
| Subcellular Localization | Nucleus |
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Overview

FEN1 (Flap Endonuclease 1) is a key DNA repair enzyme essential for DNA replication and repair processes[@liu2000]. As a structure-specific nuclease, FEN1 processes flap structures during DNA replication and repair. Dysregulation of FEN1 has been strongly implicated in neurodegeneration, cancer predisposition, and aging[@mastroeni2018].

Molecular Function

DNA Repair Enzymatic Activity

FEN1 possesses multiple enzymatic functions essential for genome stability:

  • Flap endonuclease activity: Cleaves flap structures that form during DNA replication
  • 5' exonuclease activity: Removes RNA-DNA primers during Okazaki fragment processing
  • 3' exonuclease activity: Provides proofreading capability

Structure-Function Relationship

FEN1's catalytic activities are mediated by conserved domains:

  • N-terminal domain: Contains the active site for nuclease activity
  • Intermediate domain: Involved in substrate binding
  • C-terminal helix-hairpin-helix (HhH) domain: Coordinates metal ions for catalysis

Role in Neurodegenerative Diseases

Alzheimer's Disease


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