Barx homeobox 1

BARX homeobox 1 is a protein that in humans is encoded by the BARX1 gene. 

Function

This gene encodes a member of the Bar subclass of homeobox transcription factors.  Studies of the mouse and chick homolog suggest the encoded protein may play a role in developing teeth and craniofacial mesenchyme of neural crest origin.  The protein may also be associated with differentiation of stomach epithelia. [ provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]. 

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