This Rare Gene Mutation May Be Linked to Diabetes in Babies Under Six Months: Study Suggests
Written By : Dr. Bhumika Maikhuri
Published On 2025-10-11 02:30 GMT | Update On 2025-10-11 02:30 GMT
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A recent study published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation has identified a new genetic cause of neonatal diabetes in infants. The study reveals that mutations in the TMEM167A gene disrupt insulin production in babies diagnosed with diabetes before six months of age.
While it is known that over 85% of neonatal diabetes cases result from genetic mutations, the researchers discovered a previously unidentified link in six babies who also suffered from neurological conditions such as epilepsy and microcephaly. All six were found to have alterations in the TMEM167A gene, prompting further investigation into its role.
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