ANKRD20A2
Description
ANKRD20A2, also known as ankyrin repeat domain 20A2, is a gene that encodes a protein crucial for neuronal development and function. The protein is expressed in the brain and plays a role in the formation and maintenance of synapses, the junctions between neurons. Mutations in ANKRD20A2 have been linked to various neurological disorders, highlighting its importance in maintaining proper brain function.
Associated Diseases
Did you know?
ANKRD20A2 is part of a family of genes that share a common structural motif called the ankyrin repeat, which is involved in protein-protein interactions.
