GATA5 Transcription Factor

Synonyms

GATA 5 Protein

GATA Binding Protein 5

GATA-5 Protein

GATA5 Protein

Transcription Factor, GATA5

A GATA transcription factor that is expressed predominately in SMOOTH MUSCLE CELLS and is involved in the CELL DIFFERENTIATION of CARDIAC MYOCYTES. In the developing heart, GATA5 becomes restricted to the ENDOCARDIUM and regulates transcription of genes such as cardiac TROPONIN C.