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cone-rod homeobox

ال CRX gene provides instructions for making a protein called the cone-rod homeobox protein. This protein is found in the eyes, specifically in the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye called the retina. The cone-rod homeobox protein attaches (binds) to specific regions of DNA and helps control the activity of particular genes. On the basis of this action, this protein is called a transcription factor.

Normal function

ال CRX gene provides instructions for making a protein called the cone-rod homeobox protein. This protein is found in the eyes, specifically in the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye called the retina. The cone-rod homeobox protein attaches (binds) to specific regions of DNA and helps control the activity of particular genes. On the basis of this action, this protein is called a transcription factor.

In the retina, the cone-rod homeobox protein is necessary for the normal development of light-detecting cells called photoreceptors. Through its actions as a transcription factor, the cone-rod homeobox protein helps photoreceptor cells mature into two types: rods and cones. Rods are needed for vision in low light, while cones are needed for vision in bright light, including colour vision. The protein also helps maintain these cells and preserve vision.

Conditions referring to this gene or chromosome

Other names

cone-rod homeobox protein

CORD2

CRD

LCA7

orthodenticle homeobox 3

OTX3

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مشاكل بصرية

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انفصال الشبكية

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عمى الألوان

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عمى الألوان

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الجنف والحداب

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