NCIt definition : Human PMP22 wild-type allele is located within 17p12-p11.2 and is approximately 36
kb in length. This allele, which encodes peripheral myelin protein 22, plays a role
in the modulation of the structure of myelin. Mutation of the gene is associated with
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease Types IA and IE, Dejerine-Sottas syndrome, inflammatory
demyelinating polyneuropathy and hereditary neuropathy with liability to pressure
palsies.;