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Gene information for APOC2 (Homo sapiens)
(Information is obtained from NCBI Gene database)
Entrez gene ID344
Official gene symbolAPOC2
Full nameapolipoprotein C-II
Aliases,MGC75082,
Gene summaryThe protein encoded by this gene is secreted in plasma where it is a component of very low density lipoprotein. This protein activates the enzyme lipoprotein lipase, which hydrolyzes triglycerides and thus provides free fatty acids for cells. Mutations in this gene cause hyperlipoproteinemia type IB, characterized by hypertriglyceridemia, xanthomas, and increased risk of pancreatitis and early atherosclerosis. [provided by RefSeq]
LocationChromosome: 19   Locus: 19q13.2
Gene position45449243 - 45452818  Map Viewer
Gene orientationplus
Gene size3576 bp
Gene sequence
OMIM ID608083