Species Human Entrez 117532 | Human Mouse Ensembl ENSG00000149488 | |
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Aliases TMC2, C20orf145, dJ686C3.3, transmembrane channel like 2 External IDs MGI: 2151017 HomoloGene: 25877 GeneCards: TMC2 | ||
Transmembrane channel-like protein 2 is a protein that in humans is encoded by the TMC2 gene.
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Function
This gene is considered a member of a gene family predicted to encode transmembrane proteins. The specific function of this gene is unknown; however, expression in the inner ear suggests that it may be crucial for normal auditory function.
Clinical significance
Mutations in this gene may underlie hereditary disorders of balance and hearing.
References
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