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MXD4 MAX dimerization protein 4

Gene ID: 10608, updated on 2-Nov-2024
Gene type: protein coding
Also known as: MAD4; MST149; MSTP149; bHLHc12

Summary

This gene is a member of the MAD gene family . The MAD genes encode basic helix-loop-helix-leucine zipper proteins that heterodimerize with MAX protein, forming a transcriptional repression complex. The MAD proteins compete for MAX binding with MYC, which heterodimerizes with MAX forming a transcriptional activation complex. Studies in rodents suggest that the MAD genes are tumor suppressors and contribute to the regulation of cell growth in differentiating tissues. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

Genomic context

Location:
4p16.3
Sequence:
Chromosome: 4; NC_000004.12 (2247432..2262109, complement)
Total number of exons:
6

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