Our MAF probe is designed to detect MAF amplifications and deletions. The probe comes labeled in orange, but can be customized to meet your needs.
** This product is for in vitro and research use only. This product is not intended for diagnostic use.
Gene Summary
The protein encoded by this gene is a DNA-binding, leucine zipper-containing transcription factor that acts as a homodimer or as a heterodimer. Depending on the binding site and binding partner, the encoded protein can be a transcriptional activator or repressor. This protein plays a role in the regulation of several cellular processes, including embryonic lens fiber cell development, increased T-cell susceptibility to apoptosis, and chondrocyte terminal differentiation. Defects in this gene are a cause of juvenile-onset pulverulent cataract as well as congenital cerulean cataract 4 (CCA4). Two transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been found for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Jan 2010]
Gene Details
Gene Symbol: MAF
Gene Name: MAF BZIP Transcription Factor
Chromosome: CHR16: 79627744-79634622
Locus: 16q23.2