Enables RNA binding activity. Predicted to be involved in RNA splicing, via transesterification reactions and apoptotic process. Predicted to be located in nucleoplasm. Predicted to be part of spliceosomal complex. Predicted to be active in nucleus.
RGD Description
This gene is a paralog of SMN1 gene, which encodes the survival motor neuron protein, mutations in which are cause of autosomal recessive proximal spinal muscular atrophy. The protein encoded by this gene is a nuclear protein that has been identified as a constituent of the spliceosome complex. This gene is differentially expressed, with abundant levels in skeletal muscle, and may share similar cellular function as the SMN1 gene. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]