Gene: TMEM37 (synonym: PRR1)
Protein family: PMP-22/EMP/MP20
Molecular weight: ~20.9 kDa (canonical isoform)
Localization: Cell membrane, notably expressed in kidney, duodenum, and hematopoietic tissues .
PRR1 facilitates cell-cell adhesion in endothelial and epithelial tissues and is implicated in leukocyte interactions and cancer biology .
A study analyzing PRR1 expression in 55 AML patients revealed:
PRR1 antibodies (clone R1.302.12) were used in flow cytometry to quantify PRR1 on bone marrow blasts .
Patients with >78% PRR1+ cells showed prolonged survival, suggesting PRR1 as a potential prognostic marker .
Diagnostics: Detects PRR1 in prostate, kidney, and cancer tissues .
Therapeutic potential: Antibodies like PR1 (targeting a prostate-specific antigen) show promise for targeted therapies, though PRR1-specific therapies remain exploratory .
Mechanistic studies: Elucidates PRR1’s role in thrombin signaling and endothelial dysfunction .