Primary Identifier | MGI:97753 | Organism | mouse, laboratory |
Chromosome | 11 | NCBI Gene Number | 19064 |
Mgi Type | protein coding gene |
description | FUNCTION: Automated description from the Alliance of Genome Resources (Release 8.0.0) Enables G protein-coupled receptor binding activity. Predicted to be involved in feeding behavior and neuropeptide signaling pathway. Located in cytoplasm and extracellular space. Is expressed in several structures, including gut. Orthologous to human PPY (pancreatic polypeptide). PHENOTYPE: Mice homozygous for a null allele exhibit normal body weight, food intake and bone density. [provided by MGI curators] |