Arrestin beta 2

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Arrestin beta 2 (also known as β-arrestin 2 or ARRB2) is a protein that in humans is encoded by the ARRB2 gene. It is part of the arrestin family of proteins, which play a crucial role in regulating G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) signaling.

Function[edit | edit source]

Arrestin beta 2 is a member of the arrestin/beta-arrestin protein family. This family plays a major role in regulating receptor-mediated intracellular signal transductions. Arrestin beta 2, like arrestin beta 1, was shown to inhibit G protein-coupled receptor kinase 2-mediated phosphorylation of the activated muscarinic receptor.

Clinical significance[edit | edit source]

Alterations in the ARRB2 gene have been associated with various diseases, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and opioid dependence. Further research is needed to fully understand the role of arrestin beta 2 in these conditions.

Structure[edit | edit source]

The ARRB2 gene is located on the q arm of chromosome 17 at position 13.2 and it spans 25,789 base pairs. The ARRB2 gene produces a 46.1 kDa protein composed of 409 amino acids.

Interactions[edit | edit source]

Arrestin beta 2 has been shown to interact with various proteins, including:

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