| Gene Symbol | MYO15B |
| Full Name | Myosin XVB |
| Chromosome | 17p13.2 |
| Function | encodes an unconventional myosin belonging to the myosin XV family. |
| Primary Expression | various tissues including the brain and inner ear, where it participates in cellular processes relevant to neuronal function, hearing, and potentially |
| Amino Acids | 700 aa |
| UniProt ID | [Q9UKS7](https://www.uniprot.org/uniprot/Q9UKS7) |
| Ensembl ID | ENSG00000167653 |
| GeneCards | MYO15B |
| Human Protein Atlas | MYO15B |
| Vesicle Transport | MYO15B transports vesicles along actin filaments to their destinations within the cell. |
| Organelle Positioning | MYO15B helps position organelles including endosomes, Golgi-derived vesicles, and mitochondria. |
| Protein Trafficking | MYO15B carries specific proteins to their functional locations. |
| mRNA Transport | Some myosins transport mRNAs; MYO15B may participate in this process. |
| Actin Filament Organization | MYO15B moves along actin filaments and can influence filament organization and dynamics. |
| Associated Diseases | neurodegeneration |
| Databases | GeneCardsNCBI GeneHPASTRING |
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