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LEAP2 liver enriched antimicrobial peptide 2

Gene ID: 116842, updated on 2-Nov-2024
Gene type: protein coding
Also known as: LEAP-2

Summary

This gene encodes a cysteine-rich cationic antimicrobial peptide that is expressed predominantly in the liver. The mature peptide has activity against gram-positive bacteria and yeasts. [provided by RefSeq, Sep 2014]

Genomic context

Location:
5q31.1
Sequence:
Chromosome: 5; NC_000005.10 (132873668..132875046)
Total number of exons:
3

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