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GO: Cellular Component

dystrophin-associated glycoprotein complex

Term ID
GO:0016010
Synonyms
  • DGC
  • dystrophin glycoprotein complex
Definition
A multiprotein complex that forms a strong mechanical link between the cytoskeleton and extracellular matrix; typical of, but not confined to, muscle cells. The complex is composed of transmembrane, cytoplasmic, and extracellular proteins, including dystrophin, sarcoglycans, dystroglycan, dystrobrevins, syntrophins, sarcospan, caveolin-3, and NO synthase. (2)
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Phenotype
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