Obp2b Gene Summary [Mouse]
Predicted to enable odorant binding activity. Predicted to be active in extracellular space. Orthologous to human OBP2A (odorant binding protein 2A) and OBP2B (odorant binding protein 2B). [provided by Alliance of Genome Resources, Jul 2025]
Details
| Type | Protein Coding |
| Official Symbol | Obp2b |
| Official Name | odorant binding protein 2B [Source:MGI Symbol;Acc:MGI:3651927] |
| Ensembl ID | ENSMUSG00000079539 |
| Bio databases IDs | |
| Aliases | odorant binding protein 2B |
| Synonyms | LCN14, OBPIIb, odorant binding protein 2B |
| Species | Mouse, Mus musculus |
| Orthologies |
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 mouse 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 mouse plays a role, providing insight into its function and relevance in health or disease.
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 mouse 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