MFN2

Universal Cellular Machinery · Mitochondrial Biogenesis & Dynamics

Why does mitochondrial shape matter to nerves and muscles?

MFN2 encodes mitofusin 2, a protein that helps organize mitochondrial shape and interactions. Maintaining these dynamic energy-producing structures supports cells with demanding transport and energy needs.

Common Gene Name
mitofusin 2
NCBI Gene ID
9927
Chromosome
1

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 (3 records)
Condition or drugEvidenceGrade / statusContextSource
multiple symmetric lipomatosis with partial lipodystrophyClinGen gene-disease validityDefinitiveAutosomal recessiveView source
2025-09-10
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 2A2ClinGen gene-disease validityDefinitiveSemidominantView source
2026-08-08
Charcot-Marie-Tooth diseaseMedlinePlus related conditionAssociation type varies; no grade assigned hereView source
2018-10

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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