MALT1 (MALT1 gene)

MALT1 is a gene that produces a protein involved in the immune system, particularly in signaling pathways that activate immune responses. It plays a crucial role in protecting the body against infections by helping immune cells communicate and respond effectively. MALT1's protein functions as part of larger complexes that help turn on necessary immune functions, and it also has a role in regulating inflammation. While essential for normal immune activity, alterations or mutations in the MALT1 gene can sometimes be linked to certain types of lymphomas or immune disorders.