NCIt definition : Human FOXA2 wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 20p11 and is approximately
4 kb in length. This allele, which encodes hepatocyte nuclear factor 3-beta protein,
is involved in the mediation of transcription. Expression of this gene at reduced
levels may contribute to the pathology of Parkinson's Disease. This gene may play
a role in non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus.;