Gene: NMB

Alternate names for this Gene: -

Gene Summary: This gene encodes a member of the bombesin-like family of neuropeptides, which negatively regulate eating behavior. The encoded protein may regulate colonic smooth muscle contraction through binding to its cognate receptor, the neuromedin B receptor (NMBR). Polymorphisms of this gene may be associated with hunger, weight gain and obesity. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants.

Gene is located in Chromosome: 15

Location in Chromosome : 15q25.2

Description of this Gene: neuromedin B

Type of Gene: protein-coding