Gene Symbol | MEF2A |
Entrez Gene ID | 4205 |
Full Name | myocyte enhancer factor 2A |
Synonyms | ADCAD1,RSRFC4,RSRFC9,mef2 |
General protein information |
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Gene Type | protein-coding |
Organism | Homo sapiens(human) |
Genome | |
Summary | The protein encoded by this gene is a DNA-binding transcription factor that activates many muscle-specific, growth factor-induced, and stress-induced genes. The encoded protein can act as a homodimer or as a heterodimer and is involved in several cellular processes, including muscle development, neuronal differentiation, cell growth control, and apoptosis. Defects in this gene could be a cause of autosomal dominant coronary artery disease 1 with myocardial infarction (ADCAD1). Several transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been found for this gene.[provided by RefSeq, Jan 2010]. |
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Disorder Html: | {Coronary artery disease, autosomal dominant, 1}, 608320 (3) |