BMP4
Musculoskeletal System · Bone Remodeling
Is BMP4 only involved in making bone?
BMP4 makes a developmental signal in the TGF-beta family. Its roles extend to processes such as heart development and fat-cell formation, so the name does not capture its full biological range.
- Common Gene Name
- bone morphogenetic protein 4
- NCBI Gene ID
- 652
- Chromosome
- 14
Clinical Evidence Status
Established disease relationship
These labels describe available evidence about a gene. They do not classify your variant or recommend a treatment.
Answer Sources
Explore supporting evidence (1 records)
| Condition or drug | Evidence | Grade / status | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMP4-related ocular growth disorder | ClinGen gene-disease validity | Definitive | Autosomal dominant | View source 2025-02-20 |
Source snapshot: 2026-09-09. Consumer text updated: 2026-09-10. Source dates describe the cited records, not a new clinical review.
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