NCBI Gene Id: 3590
Swissprot Id: Q14626
Receptor for interleukin-11. The receptor systems for IL6, LIF, OSM, CNTF, IL11 and CT1 can utilize IL6ST for initiating signal transmission. The IL11/IL11RA/IL6ST complex may be involved in the control of proliferation and/or differentiation of skeletogenic progenitor or other mesenchymal cells. Essential for the normal development of craniofacial bones and teeth. Restricts suture fusion and tooth number. - See more at: http://www.avivasysbio.com/sd/tds/html_datasheet.php?sku=OKCD00445