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LMP002823

UniProt Annotations

Entry Information
Gene Nameretinol binding protein 7, cellular
Protein EntryRET7_HUMAN
UniProt IDQ96R05
SpeciesHuman
Comments
Comment typeDescription
DomainForms a beta-barrel structure that accommodates hydrophobic ligands in its interior.
FunctionIntracellular transport of retinol.
SimilarityBelongs to the calycin superfamily. Fatty-acid binding protein (FABP) family.
Subcellular LocationCytoplasm .
Tissue SpecificityExpressed primarily in kidney, heart and transverse colon. Detected in adult lymph node, appendix, ascending colon, and in fetal heart and spleen.