KCNQ4 is a gene that encodes a potassium ion channel, which is part of the KCNQ (Kv7) family of voltage-gated potassium channels. These channels are important for the regulation of electrical activity in various tissues, particularly in the nervous system and the inner ear. KCNQ4 specifically plays a critical role in the auditory system, where it helps to control the membrane potential of hair cells in the cochlea.
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