RPL13: Proteins and Enzymes

RPL13, also known as 60S ribosomal protein L13, is a 24kDa 211 amino acid protein with a shorter 19kDA 164 isoform produced by alternative splicing. RPL13 belongs to the L13E family of ribosomal proteins and can be found in the cytoplasm. Current research is being conducted on RPL13 in relation to Smith-Magenis syndrome, Treacher Collins syndrome, breast carcinoma, carcinoma, skin atrophy, prostate cancer, prostatitis, schizophrenia and malaria. RPL13 has been linked to the reverse transcription, ribosome assembly, cell division, DNA protection and pigmentation pathways where it interacts with RPL4, RPL8, RPS3, SMN1 and RPL12.