MYLPF
Description
The MYLPF gene provides instructions for making myosin light chain phosphatase, an enzyme crucial for regulating muscle contraction and relaxation. This enzyme removes phosphate groups from myosin light chains, a process essential for muscle relaxation. MYLPF plays a role in various muscle types, including skeletal, smooth, and cardiac muscle, contributing to their proper function and coordination.
Associated Diseases
- Cardiomyopathy (various types)
- Skeletal muscle disorders (myopathies)
- Smooth muscle dysfunction (e.g., in the gastrointestinal tract)
- Neurological disorders (potentially through muscle involvement)
Did you know?
Mutations in the MYLPF gene can lead to a variety of muscle disorders, highlighting the importance of this gene in maintaining proper muscle function.
