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MMP21 matrix metallopeptidase 21

Gene ID: 118856, updated on 13-Apr-2024
Gene type: protein coding
Also known as: HTX7; MMP-21

Summary

This gene encodes a member of the matrix metalloproteinase family. Proteins in this family are involved in the breakdown of extracellular matrix for both normal physiological processes, such as embryonic development, reproduction, and tissue remodeling, and disease processes, such as asthma and tumor metastasis. The encoded protein may play an important role in embryogenesis, particularly in neuronal cells, as well as in lymphocyte development and survival. [provided by RefSeq, May 2013]

Associated conditions

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DescriptionTests
Heterotaxy, visceral, 7, autosomal
MedGen: C4225217OMIM: 616749GeneReviews: Not available
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Genomic context

Location:
10q26.2
Sequence:
Chromosome: 10; NC_000010.11 (125766453..125775821, complement)
Total number of exons:
7

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