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TMSB4X thymosin beta 4 X-linked

Gene ID: 7114, updated on 7-Apr-2024
Gene type: protein coding
Also known as: FX; TB4X; PTMB4; TMSB4

Summary

This gene encodes an actin sequestering protein which plays a role in regulation of actin polymerization. The protein is also involved in cell proliferation, migration, and differentiation. This gene escapes X inactivation and has a homolog on chromosome Y. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

Genomic context

Location:
Xp22.2
Sequence:
Chromosome: X; NC_000023.11 (12975110..12977223)
Total number of exons:
3

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