ATP7A

ATP7A

A gene on chromosome Xq21.1 that encodes a transmembrane protein that functions in copper transport across membranes, localising to the trans-Golgi network.

Molecular pathology
ATP7A mutations cause Menkes disease, occipital horn syndrome and X-linked cutis laxa.

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