HMX2
Description
The HMX2 (H6 family homeobox 2) is a protein-coding gene located on chromosome 10.
HMX2 is a human gene that encodes a homeobox protein, which is a type of transcription factor. It is involved in the development of the inner ear and hypothalamus, two important parts of the brain. The protein encoded by HMX2 helps to determine the identity of different types of neurons.
HMX2 is also known as H6L, Nkx5-2.
Associated Diseases
- hearing loss, autosomal dominant 80
- autosomal recessive nonsyndromic hearing loss 4
- non-acquired combined pituitary hormone deficiency with spine abnormalities
- Pendred syndrome
