What are Some Disorders Related to Contractile Proteins?
Mutations or defects in contractile proteins can lead to various muscle disorders. For example, mutations in the gene encoding for myosin can cause cardiomyopathies, while defects in dystrophin, a protein associated with actin, lead to Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Smooth muscle contractile protein abnormalities can lead to conditions like asthma and hypertension.
