Gene:
ninjurin 2
Gene ID:
200550
Symbol:
NINJ2
Species:
1000
Description:
Cell adhesion molecules mediate cell-to-cell and cell-to-extracellular matrix interactions during development, differentiation, and regeneration of the peripheral nervous system. NINJ2 is upregulated in Schwann cells in the distal nerve segment after peripheral nerve injury and can promote neurite outgrowth.[supplied by OMIM]