FAM86C2P
fam86c2p: A Gene Linked to Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Description
fam86c2p is a gene located on chromosome 16q21. It encodes a protein that is involved in the regulation of cellular processes, including cell growth, differentiation, and apoptosis. Mutations in the fam86c2p gene have been linked to a range of neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD), intellectual disability, and epilepsy.
Associated Diseases
- Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
- Intellectual disability
- Epilepsy
- Microcephaly
- Dandy-Walker malformation
- Lissencephaly
- Cerebellar hypoplasia
Did you Know ?
Approximately 1% of individuals with ASD have a mutation in the fam86c2p gene. This makes it one of the most common genetic causes of ASD.
