Gene Symbol |
PROK2
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Entrez Gene |
60675
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Alt Symbol |
BV8, HH4, KAL4, MIT1, PK2
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Species |
Human
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Gene Type |
protein-coding
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Description |
prokineticin 2
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Other Description |
prokineticin-2|protein Bv8 homolog
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Swissprots |
Q53Z79 Q6ISR0 Q9HC23
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Accessions |
CAI59104 CAN87426 EAW65506 EAW65507 EAW65508 Q9HC23 AF182069 AAG16893 AF333025 AAK49919 AY349131 AAR06657 BC069395 AAH69395 BC096695 AAH96695 BC098110 AAH98110 BC098162 AAH98162 NM_001126128 NP_001119600 NM_021935 NP_068754
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Function |
May function as an output molecule from the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN) that transmits behavioral circadian rhythm. May also function locally within the SCN to synchronize output. Potently contracts gastrointestinal (GI) smooth muscle.
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Subcellular Location |
Secreted.
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Tissue Specificity |
Expressed in the testis and, at low levels, in the small intestine.
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