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LMNB2 lamin B2

Gene ID: 84823, updated on 27-Nov-2024
Gene type: protein coding
Also known as: EPM9; LMN2; LAMB2; MCPH27

Summary

This gene encodes a B type nuclear lamin. The nuclear lamina consists of a two-dimensional matrix of proteins located next to the inner nuclear membrane. The lamin family of proteins make up the matrix and are highly conserved in evolution. During mitosis, the lamina matrix is reversibly disassembled as the lamin proteins are phosphorylated. Lamin proteins are thought to be involved in nuclear stability, chromatin structure and gene expression. Vertebrate lamins consist of two types, A and B. Mutations in this gene are associated with acquired partial lipodystrophy. [provided by RefSeq, May 2012]

Genomic context

Location:
19p13.3
Sequence:
Chromosome: 19; NC_000019.10 (2428166..2456959, complement)
Total number of exons:
12

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