KCNQ2

KCNQ2 is a gene that encodes a protein forming part of a potassium channel in nerve cells. These channels help regulate the electrical signals in the brain by controlling potassium flow, which is essential for normal nerve function. When KCNQ2 functions properly, it helps keep brain activity balanced. Mutations or changes in this gene can disrupt this balance, often leading to neurological conditions such as epilepsy, especially in newborns and infants. Understanding KCNQ2 is important for developing treatments for related seizures and understanding how nerve signaling works in the brain.