Achaete-Scute Complex Genome Region

**Definition:** A genomic region found in DROSOPHILA. The region contains genes encoding BASIC HELIX-LOOP-HELIX PROTEINS that play a critical role in the regulation of pattern formation during EMBRYONIC DEVELOPMENT.

**Tree numbers:** - G05.360.340.024.380.124

**Synonyms:** - Achaete-Scute Gene Complex