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GNAZ G protein subunit alpha z

Gene ID: 2781, updated on 2-Nov-2024
Gene type: protein coding
Also known as: HG1H; gz-alpha

Summary

The protein encoded by this gene is a member of a G protein subfamily that mediates signal transduction in pertussis toxin-insensitive systms. This encoded protein may play a role in maintaining the ionic balance of perilymphatic and endolymphatic cochlear fluids. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

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DescriptionTests
Many sequence variants affecting diversity of adult human height.
GeneReviews: Not available

Genomic context

Location:
22q11.22-q11.23
Sequence:
Chromosome: 22; NC_000022.11 (23070519..23125032)
Total number of exons:
5

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