Gene: NMUR2

Alternate names for this Gene: FM-4|FM4|NMU-R2|NMU2R|TGR-1|TGR1

Gene Summary: This gene encodes a protein from the G-protein coupled receptor 1 family. This protein is a receptor for neuromedin U, which is a neuropeptide that is widely distributed in the gut and central nervous system. This receptor plays an important role in the regulation of food intake and body weight.

Gene is located in Chromosome: 5

Location in Chromosome : 5q33.1

Description of this Gene: neuromedin U receptor 2

Type of Gene: protein-coding