NCIt definition : Human NKX2-5 wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 5q34 and is approximately
3 kb in length. This allele, which encodes homeobox protein Nkx-2.5, is involved in
both heart development and the modulation of transcription. Mutation of the gene is
associated with atrial septal defect type 7, tetralogy of Fallot, and congenital hypothyroidism
non-goitrous type 5.;
NCIt note : A missense mutation of the NKX2-5 gene may be associated with asplenia. (Dev Cell.
2012; 22:913-26.);