Gene: NRN1L

Alternate names for this Gene: MRCC2446|UNQ2446|cpg15-2

Gene Summary: The protein encoded by this gene is extracellular and enhances both neurite growth and neuronal survival. The encoded protein is found both as a GPI anchored membrane-bound form and as a secreted form. This activity-related ligand functions as a homodimer or heterodimer.

Gene is located in Chromosome: 16

Location in Chromosome : 16q22.1

Description of this Gene: neuritin 1 like

Type of Gene: protein-coding

rs10468274 in NRN1L gene and Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration Mean PMID 23222517 2012 Seventy-five genetic loci influencing the human red blood cell.

rs10468274 in NRN1L gene and Triglycerides measurement PMID 19060911 2009 Loci influencing lipid levels and coronary heart disease risk in 16 European population cohorts.