OBP2B Gene Summary [Human]

Predicted to enable small molecule binding activity. Predicted to be involved in chemosensory behavior. Predicted to be located in extracellular region. Predicted to be active in extracellular space. [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Apr 2022]

Details

Type
Protein Coding
Official Symbol
OBP2B
Official Name
odorant binding protein 2B [Source:HGNC Symbol;Acc:HGNC:23381]
Ensembl ID
ENSG00000171102
Bio databases IDs NCBI: 29989 Ensembl: ENSG00000171102
Aliases odorant binding protein 2B
Synonyms LCN14, OBPIIb, odorant binding protein 2B
Species
Human, Homo sapiens
OrthologiesMouse

Protein Domains

A protein domain is a distinct structural or functional region within a protein that can evolve, function, and exist independently of the rest of the protein chain. These domains in human OBP2B often fold into stable, three-dimensional structures and are associated with specific biological functions, such as binding to DNA, other proteins, or small molecules.
  • lipocalin/cytosolic fatty acid-binding protein family
  • Lipocalin / cytosolic fatty-acid binding protein family
  • odorant binding

Pathways

Biological processes and signaling networks where the OBP2B gene in human plays a role, providing insight into its function and relevance in health or disease.

Top Findings

The most significant associations for this gene, including commonly observed domains, pathway involvement, and functional highlights based on current data.
regulated by
disease
  • epithelial cancer
  • prostate cancer
  • adenoid cystic carcinoma

Subcellular Expression

Locations within the cell where the protein is known or predicted to be active, providing insight into its function and cellular context.
  • Extracellular Space

Gene Ontology Annotations

Describes the biological processes, cellular components, and molecular functions associated with the human OBP2B gene, providing context for its role in the cell.

Biological Process

Functions and activities the gene product is involved in
  • sensory perception of smell
  • chemosensory behavior

Cellular Component

Where in the cell the gene product is active
  • extracellular space

Molecular Function

What the gene product does at the molecular level
  • odorant binding
  • small molecule binding

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