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Gene information for WNT1 (Homo sapiens)
(Information is obtained from NCBI Gene database)
Entrez gene ID7471
Official gene symbolWNT1
Full namewingless-type MMTV integration site family, member 1
Aliases,INT1,
Gene summaryThe WNT gene family consists of structurally related genes which encode secreted signaling proteins. These proteins have been implicated in oncogenesis and in several developmental processes, including regulation of cell fate and patterning during embryogenesis. This gene is a member of the WNT gene family. It is very conserved in evolution, and the protein encoded by this gene is known to be 98% identical to the mouse Wnt1 protein at the amino acid level. The studies in mouse indicate that the Wnt1 protein functions in the induction of the mesencephalon and cerebellum. This gene was originally considered as a candidate gene for Joubert syndrome, an autosomal recessive disorder with cerebellar hypoplasia as a leading feature. However, further studies suggested that the gene mutations might not have a significant role in Joubert syndrome. This gene is clustered with another family member, WNT10B, in the chromosome 12q13 region. [provided by RefSeq]
LocationChromosome: 12   Locus: 12q13
Gene position49372236 - 49376396  Map Viewer
Gene orientationplus
Gene size4161 bp
Gene sequence
OMIM ID164820