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MORN2 MORN repeat containing 2

Gene ID: 729967, updated on 2-Nov-2024
Gene type: protein coding
Also known as: MOPT; BLOCK27

Summary

Predicted to be involved in cell differentiation and spermatogenesis. Predicted to be located in acrosomal vesicle and nucleus. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Nov 2024]

Associated conditions

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DescriptionTests
Novel genetic loci identified for the pathophysiology of childhood obesity in the Hispanic population.
GeneReviews: Not available
Reduced expression of the Kinesin-Associated Protein 3 (KIFAP3) gene increases survival in sporadic amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
GeneReviews: Not available

Genomic context

Location:
2p22.1
Sequence:
Chromosome: 2; NC_000002.12 (38875976..38882709)
Total number of exons:
5

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