Gene information for HOXB6 (Homo sapiens)
(Information is obtained from NCBI Gene database) |
Entrez gene ID | 3216 |
Official gene symbol | HOXB6 |
Full name | homeobox B6 |
Aliases | ,HOX2,HOX2B,HU-2,Hox-2.2, |
Gene summary | This gene is a member of the Antp homeobox family and encodes a protein with a homeobox DNA-binding domain. It is included in a cluster of homeobox B genes located on chromosome 17. The encoded protein functions as a sequence-specific transcription factor that is involved in development, including that of lung and skin, and has been localized to both the nucleus and cytoplasm. Altered expression of this gene or a change in the subcellular localization of its protein is associated with some cases of acute myeloid leukemia and colorectal cancer. [provided by RefSeq] |
Location | Chromosome: 17 Locus: |
Gene position | 46682334 - 46673099 Map Viewer |
OMIM ID | 142961 |