MeSH definition : A growth differentiation factor that plays a role in the genesis of left-right asymmetry
during vertebrate development. Evidence for this role is seen in MICE where loss of
growth differentiation factor 1 function results in right-left isomerism of visceral
organs. In HUMANS heterozygous loss of growth differentiation factor 1 function has
been associated with CONGENITAL HEART DEFECTS and TRANSPOSITION OF GREAT VESSELS.;
A growth differentiation factor that plays a role in the genesis of left-right asymmetry
during vertebrate development. Evidence for this role is seen in MICE where loss of
growth differentiation factor 1 function results in right-left isomerism of visceral
organs. In HUMANS heterozygous loss of growth differentiation factor 1 function has
been associated with CONGENITAL HEART DEFECTS and TRANSPOSITION OF GREAT VESSELS.