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LMP002620

UniProt Annotations

Entry Information
Gene Nameretinol binding protein 2, cellular
Protein EntryRET2_HUMAN
UniProt IDP50120
SpeciesHuman
Comments
Comment typeDescription
DomainForms a beta-barrel structure that accommodates hydrophobic ligands in its interior.
FunctionIntracellular transport of retinol.
SimilarityBelongs to the calycin superfamily. Fatty-acid binding protein (FABP) family.
Subcellular LocationCytoplasm.
Tissue SpecificityHigher expression in adult small intestine and to a much lesser extent in fetal kidney.