On this page, you will find information about a genetic change that was identified in a UDN participant. We are trying to find others with the same or similar condition.
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A change in the PEX7 gene was identified in a male, age 10, with seizures, structural brain abnormalities, and global developmental delay (read full description).
Mar 07, 2022
Peroxisomal Biogenesis Factor 7
The PEX7 gene encodes for a protein that is part of a class of proteins known as peroxisomal assembly proteins (PEX), which are involved in transporting other specific proteins such as alkylglycerone phosphate synthase and phytanoyl-CoA hydroxylase into peroxisomes (MedlinePlus).
A change in this gene was identified in a UDN participant. Research is underway to see if this change is causing symptoms in this participant.
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