Gene: SCTR

Alternate names for this Gene: SR

Gene Summary: The protein encoded by this gene is a G protein-coupled receptor and belongs to the glucagon-VIP-secretin receptor family. It binds secretin which is the most potent regulator of pancreatic bicarbonate, electrolyte and volume secretion. Secretin and its receptor are suggested to be involved in pancreatic cancer and autism.

Gene is located in Chromosome: 2

Location in Chromosome : 2q14.2

Description of this Gene: secretin receptor

Type of Gene: protein-coding