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| Entrez gene ID | 3217 |
| Official gene symbol | HOXB7 |
| Full name | homeobox B7 |
| Aliases | ,HHO.C1,HOX2,HOX2C,Hox-2.3, |
| 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 nuclear protein functions as a sequence-specific transcription factor that is involved in cell proliferation and differentiation. Increased expression of this gene is associated with some cases of melanoma and ovarian carcinoma. [provided by RefSeq] |
| Location | Chromosome: 17 Locus: |
| Gene position | 46688383 - 46684594 Map Viewer |
| OMIM ID | 142962 |