LOC728323
Loc728323: A Comprehensive Guide
Description:
Loc728323 is a gene located on chromosome 7. It encodes a protein that plays a crucial role in various cellular processes, including cell division, DNA repair, and immune response. Mutations in loc728323 have been associated with several genetic disorders and diseases.
Associated Diseases:
- Seckel Syndrome: A rare genetic disorder characterized by severe growth retardation, microcephaly (small head), and developmental delays.
- Microcephalic Primordial Dwarfism: Another rare genetic disorder characterized by microcephaly, growth retardation, intellectual disability, and skeletal abnormalities.
- Fanconi Anemia: A genetic disorder that affects the bone marrow, causing bone marrow failure and an increased risk of developing leukemia.
- Schwannomatosis: A rare condition characterized by the growth of multiple non-cancerous tumors (schwannomas) along the nerves.
- Lung Cancer: Some studies have linked loc728323 mutations to an increased risk of lung cancer, particularly in smokers.
Did you Know ?
Approximately 1 in 100,000 people worldwide are affected by Seckel Syndrome, the most common disease associated with loc728323 mutations.