Identification of novel TCOF1 mutations in Treacher Collins syndrome and their functional characterization
Abstract Background Treacher Collins syndrome (TCS) is a congenital disorder primarily caused by the mutation in the Treacle Ribosome Biogenesis Factor 1 (TCOF1) gene. However, the significance of many TCOF1 mutations remains uncertain. Results We report two novel mutations identified in two TCS fam...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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2025-04-01
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| Series: | Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s13023-025-03667-7 |
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| Summary: | Abstract Background Treacher Collins syndrome (TCS) is a congenital disorder primarily caused by the mutation in the Treacle Ribosome Biogenesis Factor 1 (TCOF1) gene. However, the significance of many TCOF1 mutations remains uncertain. Results We report two novel mutations identified in two TCS families and assess their pathogenicity alongside two previously reported mutations. Both novel mutations, c.2115dupG (p.T706DfsTer52) and c.2142+23_2142+52 del (p.A715VfsTer31), result in truncated proteins lacking nuclear location signals (NLSs), which impedes their entry into the nucleus and reduces mRNA expression level. Notably, the mutation c.2142+23_2142+52 del, leading to the retention of a 62 bp intron and disrupting RNA splicing, represents the first documented case of intron retention in TCS patients. Additionally, the previously reported mutation c.136 C> G (p.L46V) hinders protein nuclear location, while mutation c.1719del (p.N574TfsTer22) significantly decreases mRNA levels. Conclusions Our research expands the spectrum of TCOF1 mutations and provides evidence clarifying their pathogenic nature. These findings are crucial for genetic counseling and prenatal diagnosis for TCS patients. |
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| ISSN: | 1750-1172 |