<span>The mutation did not affect amino
acid sequence or the molecular weight (no evidence of amino acid substitution
or protein truncation). Therefore, the mutation is not likely within the coding
region of the gene. Most likely the
mutation is in the regulatory region of the gene such as the promoter region.
Such mutation would interfere with transcription initiation and hence decreases
the amount of mRNA and protein produced. </span>
Energy derived from food is used to create ATP, an energy-rich compound
