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Novel mutations in exon 2 of MATN3 affect residues within the alpha-helices of the A-domain and can result in the intracellular retention of mutant matrilin-3.
Human mutation - 1 Feb 2008
Fresquet Maryline, Jackson Gail C, Loughlin John, Briggs Michael D
Abstract excerpt
Multiple epiphyseal dysplasia (MED) is a clinically variable and genetically heterogeneous chondrodysplasia characterized by mild to moderate short stature and early onset osteoarthritis. Some forms of MED result from mutations in the gene encoding the cartilage structural protein matrilin-3 (MATN3). The majority of MATN3 mutations affect conserved residues within the beta-sheet of the single A-domain of...
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