Gene: SPNS2
Alternate names for this Gene: DFNB115|SLC62A2|SLC63A2
Gene Summary: The protein encoded by this gene is a transporter of sphingosine 1-phosphate, a secreted lipid that is important in cardiovascular, immunological, and neural development. Defects in this gene are a cause of early onset progressive hearing loss.
Gene is located in Chromosome: 17
Location in Chromosome : 17p13.2
Description of this Gene: sphingolipid transporter 2
Type of Gene: protein-coding