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An inherited blood coagulation disease characterized by autosomal dominant inheritance with macrothrombocytopenia, platelet anisocytosis, prolonged bleeding time but only mildly increased bleeding tendency that has material basis in heterozygous mutation in the ITGA2B gene on chromosome 17q21.31 or the ITGB3 gene on chromosome 17q21.32.
Features include always present findings: Giant platelets, Macrothrombocytopenia, Low platelet count (thrombocytopenia), and Platelet anisocytosis. 8 total HPO annotations.
Organ System | Phenotype Count | Example Features |
|---|---|---|
Blood and immune system | 6 | Abnormal bleeding tendency (abnormal bleeding), Low red blood cell count (anemia), Impaired platelet aggregation |
ITGA2B encodes integrin subunit alpha 2b (1,039 aa). Integrin alpha-IIb/beta-3 (ITGA2B:ITGB3) is a receptor for fibronectin, fibrinogen, plasminogen, prothrombin, thrombospondin and vitronectin. Highest expression in Whole Blood (32.7 TPM) and Spleen (16.6 TPM).
Platelet-type bleeding disorder 16 is caused by mutations in the ITGA2B gene on chromosome 17.
The ITGA2B protein participates in RUNX1 and GATA1 bind the promoter of the ITGA2B gene, PRMT6 arginine methylates H3K4me2-Nucleosome at the ITGA2B gene promoter, and RUNX1:CBFB, SIN3A(SIN3B), PRMT6 and HDAC1 bind the ITGA2B promoter pathways.
ITGA2B is classified as a druggable target (Cell Surface, Druggable Genome, and External Side Of Plasma Membrane categories) with score 3.6.
Genetic testing for ITGA2B is available. Testing is considered confirmatory for diagnosis.
Phenotype severity distribution: 4 always present features.
No clinical trials have been registered for platelet-type bleeding disorder 16.
5 publications have been identified in PubMed for platelet-type bleeding disorder 16. Research spans Basic Science / Preclinical (60%) and Case Report / Case Series (40%).
Wu J (2026). [PMID: 41503871](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41503871/). *Journal of cellular and molecular medicine*. [Basic Science / Preclinical]
Bandini P (2026). [PMID: 41881807](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41881807/). *Br J Haematol*. [Basic Science / Preclinical]
Alsharidah S (2026). [PMID: 42064390](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42064390/). *Leuk Res Rep*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Ramaekers K (2026). [PMID: 42213640](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42213640/). *Blood*. [Basic Science / Preclinical]
Montague SJ (2024). [PMID: 38492852](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38492852/). *Journal of thrombosis and haemostasis : JTH*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Data assembled from 6 of 12 sources · Last updated Sep 19, 2026, 12:48 AM UTC
Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man
AI-curated news mentioning platelet-type bleeding disorder 16
Updated Apr 16, 2026
Recent research provides insights into rare bleeding disorders and those of unknown cause, highlighting advancements in understanding their pathophysiology and potential therapeutic approaches. This review emphasizes the need for continued investigation to improve patient outcomes.