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Traits

Traits linked to GSX2

GS homeobox 2

The Human Phenotype Ontology links 9 traits to GSX2, by body system: features seen in people with one of the gene's rare conditions.

Abnormality of the nervous system

TraitHow often it is seen
Abnormal basal ganglia morphologyAlways
Absent speech developmentAlways
Decreased thalamic volumeAlways
DystoniaAlways
Hypoplasia of the olfactory bulbAlways
Inability to walkAlways
Severe global developmental delayAlways

Abnormality of the digestive system

TraitHow often it is seen
Feeding difficulties in infancyAlways

Abnormality of the musculoskeletal system

TraitHow often it is seen
Spastic tetraplegiaAlways

How often is among people with one of the gene's conditions, the most often across them, as the Human Phenotype Ontology records it. These pages describe traits and the research behind them; they are not a diagnosis, and a doctor or genetic counsellor is the person to ask about symptoms.

Where this comes from

  • The Human Phenotype Ontology, release 2026-09-01: the traits linked to GSX2 and how often each is seen. Find out more at hpo.jax.org.

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