This gene is located in a cluster of developmentally and temporally regulated genes on chromosome 6 encoding proteins involved in pattern formation. These proteins contain a characteristic DNA-binding motif called a homeodomain and function in transcriptional regulation. There are four distinct clusters of similar genes on chromosomes 2, 6, 11, and 15. The protein encoded by this gene is important for hematopoeisis. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants. [provided by RefSeq, Mar 2013]
A protein domain is a distinct structural or functional region within a protein that can evolve, function, and exist independently of the rest of the protein chain. These domains in mouse Hoxa9 often fold into stable, three-dimensional structures and are associated with specific biological functions, such as binding to DNA, other proteins, or small molecules.
RNA polymerase II transcription regulatory region sequence-specific binding transcriptional activator activity
transcription regulator
Pbx binding domain
DNA binding domain
double-stranded DNA binding
nucleic acid binding
enzyme binding
Hox9 activation region
protein binding
sequence-specific DNA binding
homeodomain
Top Findings
The most significant associations for this gene, including commonly observed domains, pathway involvement, and functional highlights based on current data.
Locations within the cell where the protein is known or predicted to be active, providing insight into its function and cellular context.
Nucleus
nuclear fraction
nucleoplasm
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