This gene encodes a member of the RecQ subfamily of DNA helicase proteins. The encoded nuclear protein is important in the maintenance of genome stability and plays a role in DNA repair, replication, transcription and telomere maintenance. This protein contains a Nterminal 3 to 5 exonuclease domain, an ATPdependent helicase domain and RQC (RecQ helicase conserved region) domain in its central region, and a Cterminal HRDC (helicase RNase D Cterminal) domain and nuclear localization signal. Defects in this gene are the cause of Werner syndrome, an autosomal recessive disorder characterized by accelerated aging and an elevated risk for certain cancers. [provided by RefSeq, Aug 2017] - Proteine/Peptide
