TBX1

TBX1 is a gene that encodes a member of the T-box family of transcription factors. These transcription factors share a common DNA-binding domain, known as the T-box, and play key roles in the regulation of developmental processes.

Function

The protein encoded by the TBX1 gene is a member of the T-box transcription factor family. This family of proteins is characterized by a conserved DNA-binding domain known as the T-box, which is involved in the regulation of various developmental processes. The TBX1 protein is known to play a crucial role in the development of the pharyngeal arches, structures in the embryo that give rise to various tissues and organs in the head and neck.

Clinical significance

Mutations in the TBX1 gene are associated with DiGeorge syndrome, a developmental disorder characterized by heart defects, facial abnormalities, and immune system dysfunction. This syndrome is caused by a deletion of a small piece of chromosome 22, which includes the TBX1 gene. Studies have shown that individuals with DiGeorge syndrome who have a TBX1 mutation often have more severe symptoms than those without a TBX1 mutation.

Research

Research into the TBX1 gene and its associated protein continues to be a significant area of focus in the field of genetics. Understanding the precise role of this gene in development and disease could lead to new treatments for DiGeorge syndrome and other conditions associated with TBX1 mutations.

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Location of the TBX1 gene on chromosome 22.

See also

• T-box
• Transcription factor
• DiGeorge syndrome