MKX (Mohawk Homeobox) encoded by this gene is an IRX family-related homeobox protein that may play a role in cell adhesion. Studies in mice suggest that this protein may be a regulator of tendon development. Two transcript variants encoding the same protein have been found for this gene. MKX (Mohawk Homeobox) is a Protein Coding gene. Diseases associated with MKX include Smallpox.