Desmoglein-1

**Semantic type:** Amino Acid, Peptide, or Protein

**Definition:** Desmoglein-1 (1049 aa, ~114 kDa) is encoded by the human DSG1 gene. This protein is involved in cell-cell adhesion and keratinization.

**Synonyms:** - Cadherin Family Member 4 - DESMOGLEIN 1 - DG1 - DGI - DSG1 - Desmoglein 1 - Desmosomal Glycoprotein 1 - Pemphigus Foliaceus Antigen