Family With Sequence Similarity 83, Member D (FAM83D)

C20orf129; Spindle protein CHICA

Family With Sequence Similarity 83, Member D (FAM83D)
Representing about 2% of human DNA, chromosome 20 consists of approximately 63 million bases and 600 genes. Chromosome 20 contains a region with numerous genes expressed in the epididymis which are thought important for seminal production and some viewed as potential targets for male contraception.
The PRNP gene encoding the prion protein associated with spongiform encephalopathies, like Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease, is found on chromosome 20. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, spinal muscular atrophy, ring chromosome 20 epilepsy syndrome and Alagille syndrome are also associated with chromosome 20. The gene product has been provisionally designated FAM83D pending further characterization.

Organism species: Homo sapiens (Human)

Organism species: Mus musculus (Mouse)