Gene:
baculoviral IAP repeat-containing 2
Gene ID:
195850
Symbol:
BIRC2
Species:
1000
Description:
The protein encoded by this gene is a member of a family of proteins that inhibits apoptosis by binding to tumor necrosis factor receptor-associated factors TRAF1 and TRAF2, probably by interfering with activation of ICE-like proteases. This encoded protein inhibits apoptosis induced by serum deprivation and menadione, a potent inducer of free radicals.