Brain-specific angiogenesis inhibitor 2

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Brain-specific angiogenesis inhibitor 2 (BAI2) is a protein that in humans is encoded by the ADGRB2 gene. It is a member of the adhesion G protein-coupled receptor family, which is characterized by a long N-terminal extracellular domain.

Function[edit]

BAI2 is a seven-transmembrane protein with a large extracellular domain. It is thought to be involved in the suppression of angiogenesis, the physiological process through which new blood vessels form from pre-existing vessels. This is achieved through the inhibition of endothelial cell proliferation. BAI2 is expressed in the brain where it may play a role in the maintenance of vascular integrity.

Clinical significance[edit]

Alterations in the ADGRB2 gene have been associated with various neurological disorders, including epilepsy and schizophrenia. Further research is needed to fully understand the role of BAI2 in these conditions.

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External links[edit]

  • ADGRB2 at the National Center for Biotechnology Information
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