Gene Symbol | FFAR2 |
Entrez Gene ID | 2867 |
Full Name | free fatty acid receptor 2 |
Synonyms | FFA2R,GPR43 |
General protein information |
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Gene Type | protein-coding |
Organism | Homo sapiens(human) |
Genome | |
Summary | This gene encodes a member of the GP40 family of G protein-coupled receptors that are clustered together on chromosome 19. The encoded protein is a receptor for short chain free fatty acids and may be involved in the inflammatory response and in regulating lipid plasma levels. [provided by RefSeq, Apr 2009]. |
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