MYH8 encodes perinatal myosin heavy chain, expressed primarily in developing skeletal muscle. It is involved in muscle development and has been used as a marker for satellite cell activation.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Gene Symbol | MYH8 |
| Gene Name | Myosin Heavy Chain 8 (Perinatal Myosin) |
| Chromosomal Location | 17p13.1 |
| NCBI Gene ID | 4626 |
| OMIM | 160741 |
| UniProt | Q7Z4W2 |
MYH8 encodes perinatal myosin heavy chain, expressed primarily in developing skeletal muscle. It is involved in muscle development and has been used as a marker for satellite cell activation.
The MYH8 gene is associated with the following neurodegenerative and related diseases:
MYH8 expression and its relevance to brain function is under active investigation.