DGNB1
Description
The DGNB1 gene provides instructions for making a protein called digerinin. This protein plays a crucial role in neuronal development and function, particularly in the brain. Digerinin is involved in the formation of synapses, the junctions between neurons that allow for communication. It also contributes to the regulation of neuronal signaling and plasticity, processes essential for learning and memory. Mutations in the DGNB1 gene can disrupt these functions, leading to various neurological disorders.
Associated Diseases
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Studies have shown that digerinin is particularly abundant in the hippocampus, a brain region critical for learning and memory formation.
