Gene Symbol | LHX1 |
Entrez Gene ID | 3975 |
Full Name | LIM homeobox 1 |
Synonyms | LIM-1,LIM1 |
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Gene Type | protein-coding |
Organism | Homo sapiens(Human) |
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Summary | This gene encodes a member of a large protein family which contains the LIM domain, a unique cysteine-rich zinc-binding domain. The encoded protein is a transcription factor important for the development of the renal and urogenital systems. This gene is a candidate for Mayer-Rokitansky-Kuster-Hauser syndrome, a disorder characterized by anomalies in the female genital tract. [provided by RefSeq, Dec 2010]. |
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