Entrez gene ID | | 85569 |
Official gene symbol | | GALP |
Full name | | galanin-like peptide |
Aliases | | ,-, |
Gene summary | | This gene encodes a member of the galanin family of neuropeptides. The encoded protein binds galanin receptors 1, 2 and 3 with the highest affinity for galanin receptor 3 and has been implicated in biological processes involving the central nervous system including hypothalamic regulation of metabolism and reproduction. A peptide encoded by a splice variant of this gene, termed alarin, may have vasoactive properties and serve as a marker for neuroblastic tumors. |
Location | | Chromosome: 19 Locus: 19q13.43 |
Gene position | | 56687389 - 56697144 Map Viewer |
Gene orientation | | plus |
Gene size | | 9756 bp |
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