Abstract
Using exome sequencing and a variant prioritization strategy that focuses on loss-of-function variants, we identified biallelic, loss-of-function CEP57 mutations as a cause of constitutional mosaic aneuploidies. CEP57 is a centrosomal protein and is involved in nucleating and stabilizing microtubules. Our findings indicate that these and/or additional functions of CEP57 are crucial for maintaining correct chromosomal number during cell division. © 2011 Nature America, Inc. All rights reserved.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 527-529 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | Nature Genetics |
Volume | 43 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Jun 2011 |