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    Glossary Microphthalmia-associated transcription factor

    regulates genes for pigment production in skin, hair, and eyes

    Microphthalmia-associated transcription factor (MITF) is a protein that plays a crucial role in the development and function of various cell types, including melanocytes, which are responsible for producing the pigment melanin in the skin, hair, and eyes. It regulates the expression of genes involved in cell growth, differentiation, and survival, and mutations in the MITF gene can lead to conditions like Waardenburg syndrome and certain types of albinism.

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