Gene: GPR55

Alternate names for this Gene: LPIR1

Gene Summary: This gene belongs to the G-protein-coupled receptor superfamily. The encoded integral membrane protein is a likely cannabinoid receptor. It may be involved in several physiological and pathological processes by activating a variety of signal transduction pathways.

Gene is located in Chromosome: 2

Location in Chromosome : 2q37.1

Description of this Gene: G protein-coupled receptor 55

Type of Gene: protein-coding

rs9973676 in GPR55 gene and Calcification of coronary artery PMID 29221444 2017 Genome-wide association study of coronary artery calcified atherosclerotic plaque in African Americans with type 2 diabetes.

rs9973676 in GPR55 gene and Diabetes Mellitus, Non-Insulin-Dependent PMID 29221444 2017 Genome-wide association study of coronary artery calcified atherosclerotic plaque in African Americans with type 2 diabetes.