This gene encodes a member of the Iroquois homeobox protein family. Homeobox genes in this family are involved in pattern formation in the embryo. The gene product has been identified as a tumor suppressor in gastric and head and neck cancers. A pseudogene of this gene is located on chromosome 13.
Immunogen Information
Immunogen
Synthetic peptide of human IRX1
Swissprot
P78414
Synonyms
Homeodomain protein IRXA1Iroquois Homeobox Protein 1Iroquois-class homeodomain protein IRX-1IRX-5IRXA1