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Gene information for PHOX2A (Homo sapiens)
(Information is obtained from NCBI Gene database)
Entrez gene ID401
Official gene symbolPHOX2A
Full namepaired-like homeobox 2a
Aliases,ARIX,CFEOM2,FEOM2,MGC52227,NCAM2,PMX2A,
Gene summaryThe protein encoded by this gene contains a paired-like homeodomain most similar to that of the Drosophila aristaless gene product. The encoded protein plays a central role in development of the autonomic nervous system. It regulates the expression of tyrosine hydroxylase and dopamine beta-hydroxylase, two catecholaminergic biosynthetic enzymes essential for the differentiation and maintenance of the noradrenergic neurotransmitter phenotype. The encoded protein has also been shown to regulate transcription of the alpha3 nicotinic acetylcholine receptor gene. Mutations in this gene have been associated with autosomal recessive congenital fibrosis of the extraocular muscles. [provided by RefSeq]
LocationChromosome: 11   Locus: 11q13.2
Gene position71955220 - 71950121  Map Viewer
Gene orientationminus
Gene size5100 bp
Gene sequence
OMIM ID602753