Connexin gene
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| Term | Connexin gene |
| Short definition | Connexin gene - (pronounced) (kuh-NEK-sin jeen) One of a group of related genes called connexins. Connexin genes make proteins that form channels that connect neighboring cells. |
| Type | Cancer terms |
| Specialty | Oncology |
| Language | English |
| Source | NCI |
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Connexin gene - (pronounced) (kuh-NEK-sin jeen) One of a group of related genes called connexins. Connexin genes make proteins that form channels that connect neighboring cells. These channels allow substances (such as sodium and potassium) to be transported from one cell to another. This is important for cells to grow and function normally. Mutations in certain connexin genes can be found in some types of hearing, skin, and peripheral nervous system disorders. They can also be found in some cancers
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