| Gene Symbol | HCRTR2 |
| Entrez Gene ID | 3062 |
| Full Name | hypocretin receptor 2 |
| Synonyms | OX2R |
| General protein information |
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| Gene Type | protein-coding |
| Organism | Homo sapiens(human) |
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| Summary | The protein encoded by this gene is a G-protein coupled receptor involved in the regulation of feeding behavior. The encoded protein binds the hypothalamic neuropeptides orexin A and orexin B. A related gene (HCRTR1) encodes a G-protein coupled receptor that selectively binds orexin A. [provided by RefSeq, Jan 2009]. |
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