SEMG2

In today's world, SEMG2 has become a topic of great relevance and interest to many people. Whether due to its impact on society, its influence in the workplace or its importance in personal development, SEMG2 has captured the attention of a wide audience. As we continue to move forward into the 21st century, interest and curiosity in SEMG2 only seems to increase, leading us to further explore and understand all aspects related to this topic. In this article, we will delve into the different aspects of SEMG2, analyze its relevance in different contexts and explore its impact today.

SEMG2
Identifiers
AliasesSEMG2, SGII, semenogelin II, semenogelin 2
External IDsOMIM: 182141; HomoloGene: 129832; GeneCards: SEMG2; OMA:SEMG2 - orthologs
Orthologs
SpeciesHumanMouse
Entrez
Ensembl
UniProt
RefSeq (mRNA)

NM_003008

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RefSeq (protein)

NP_002999

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Location (UCSC)Chr 20: 45.22 – 45.22 Mbn/a
PubMed search[2]n/a
Wikidata
View/Edit Human

Semenogelin-2 is a protein that in humans is encoded by the SEMG2 gene.[3][4][5]

The secreted protein encoded by this gene is involved in the formation of a gel matrix that encases ejaculated spermatozoa. Proteolysis by the prostate-specific antigen (PSA) breaks down the gel matrix and allows the spermatozoa to move more freely. The encoded protein is found in lesser abundance than a similar semenogelin protein. The genes encoding these two semenogelin proteins are found in a cluster on chromosome 20.[5]

See also

References

  1. ^ a b c GRCh38: Ensembl release 89: ENSG00000124157Ensembl, May 2017
  2. ^ "Human PubMed Reference:". National Center for Biotechnology Information, U.S. National Library of Medicine.
  3. ^ Ulvsback M, Lazure C, Lilja H, Spurr NK, Rao VV, Loffler C, Hansmann I, Lundwall A (Oct 1992). "Gene structure of semenogelin I and II. The predominant proteins in human semen are encoded by two homologous genes on chromosome 20". J Biol Chem. 267 (25): 18080–4. doi:10.1016/S0021-9258(19)37155-8. PMID 1517240.
  4. ^ Peter A, Lilja H, Lundwall A, Malm J (Apr 1998). "Semenogelin I and semenogelin II, the major gel-forming proteins in human semen, are substrates for transglutaminase". Eur J Biochem. 252 (2): 216–21. doi:10.1046/j.1432-1327.1998.2520216.x. PMID 9523691.
  5. ^ a b "Entrez Gene: SEMG2 semenogelin II".

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