CNTF wt Allele

**Semantic type:** Gene or Genome

**Definition:** Human CNTF wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 11q12.1 and is approximately 3 kb in length. This allele, which encodes ciliary neurotrophic factor protein, plays a role in the promotion of neurotransmitter synthesis and neurite outgrowth.

**Synonyms:** - Ciliary Neuronotrophic Factor Gene - Ciliary Neurotrophic Factor wt Allele - HCNTF