TSC1

Universal Cellular Machinery · Protein Scaffolding & Structural Architecture

How does hamartin help control cell size and growth?

TSC1 encodes hamartin, which partners with tuberin from TSC2. Together they help restrain growth signaling and prevent cells from increasing in size or number inappropriately.

Common Gene Name
TSC complex subunit 1
NCBI Gene ID
7248
Chromosome
9

Clinical Evidence Status

Actionability report available

These labels describe available evidence about a gene. They do not classify your variant or recommend a treatment.

Answer Sources

Explore supporting evidence (5 records)
Condition or drugEvidenceGrade / statusContextSource
Tuberous sclerosis complexMedlinePlus related conditionAssociation type varies; no grade assigned hereView source
2010-06
LymphangioleiomyomatosisMedlinePlus related conditionAssociation type varies; no grade assigned hereView source
2010-06
CholangiocarcinomaMedlinePlus related conditionAssociation type varies; no grade assigned hereView source
2010-06
Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC)ClinGen clinical actionabilityScored report; not a validity gradeAdultView source
2023-02-21
Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC)ClinGen clinical actionabilityScored report; not a validity gradePediatricView source
2023-02-21

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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