MGP wt Allele

**Semantic type:** Gene or Genome

**Definition:** Human MGP wild-type allele is located within 12p13.1-p12.3 and is approximately 5 kb in length. This allele, which encodes matrix G1a-protein, plays a role in the attenuation of bone formation. Mutation of the gene is linked to Keutel syndrome.

**Synonyms:** - Cell Growth-Inhibiting Gene 36 - GIG36 - MGLAP - Matrix Gla Protein wt Allele - NTI