GJA9

GJA9

(1) A gene on chromosome 1p34 that encodes an alpha chain of the gap junction protein family or connexins.
Molecular pathology
GJA9 mutations have been linked to zonular pulverulent cataracts, nuclear progressive cataracts and cataract-microcornea syndrome.
(2) This is also a retired HUGO symbol for what is now designated GJD2, see there