Function
Relaxin is an ovarian hormone that acts with estrogen to produce dilatation of the birth canal in many mammals. May be involved in remodeling of connective tissues during pregnancy, promoting growth of pubic ligaments and ripening of the cervix.
Similarity
Belongs to the insulin family.
Sequence
MPRLFLFHLLGVCLLLNQFSRAVAAKWMDDVIKACGRELVRAQIAICGKSTLGKRSLNQEDAPLKPRPAAEIVPSLINQDTETINMMSEFVANLPQELKLTLSERQPALSELQQHVPVLKDSNLSFEEFKKIIRKRQSEATDSSPSELRSLGLDTHSRRKRQLYMTLSNKCCHIGCTKKSLAKFC