NCIt definition : Human PHF6 wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of Xq26.2 and is approximately
56 kb in length. This allele, which encodes PHD finger protein 6, is involved in the
regulation of transcription. Mutation of the gene is associated with Borjeson-Forssman-Lehmann
syndrome.;
NCIt note : Localization of the PHF6 gene on the X chromosome suggests that it has tumor suppressor
function, as males are more susceptible to T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia than
females. (Nature Genetics. 2010; 42:338-342.);