Forkhead box L2
Forkhead box L2 (also known as FOXL2) is a protein that in humans is encoded by the FOXL2 gene. This protein is a member of the Forkhead box family of transcription factors, which are characterized by a distinct forkhead domain. The specific function of FOXL2 has not been determined, but it is known to play a crucial role in ovarian development and function.
Function[edit | edit source]
FOXL2 is a transcription factor that is involved in ovarian development and function. It is essential for the maintenance of ovarian granulosa cells, and for the repression of testis-specific genes in the ovary. Mutations in this gene have been associated with Blepharophimosis, Ptosis, and Epicanthus Inversus Syndrome (BPES) and premature ovarian failure 3.
Clinical significance[edit | edit source]
Mutations in the FOXL2 gene are associated with two types of genetic disorders: Blepharophimosis, Ptosis, and Epicanthus Inversus Syndrome (BPES) and premature ovarian failure 3. BPES is a complex eyelid malformation characterized by the triad of blepharophimosis, ptosis, and epicanthus inversus. Premature ovarian failure 3 is a condition affecting the function of the ovaries, characterized by failure of the ovaries to produce sufficient amounts of hormones and to release eggs regularly.
See also[edit | edit source]
- Forkhead box
- Transcription factor
- Blepharophimosis, Ptosis, and Epicanthus Inversus Syndrome
- Premature ovarian failure
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