Paired box 2
PAX2 encodes a transcription factor that among others regulates expression of the WT1 gene. Mutations cause autosomal dominant papillorenal syndrome.
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Cai Q et al. (2005) Pax2 expression occurs in renal medullary epithelial cells in vivo and in cell culture, is osmoregulated, and promotes osmotic tolerance.
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Yang Y et al. (1999) WT1 and PAX-2 podocyte expression in Denys-Drash syndrome and isolated diffuse mesangial sclerosis.
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Orphanet article
Orphanet ID 124088
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NCBI article
NCBI 5076
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OMIM.ORG article
Omim 167409
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Wikipedia article
Wikipedia EN (PAX2)
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Update: June 23, 2025