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RLN2

Gene
RLN2
Protein
Prorelaxin H2
Organism
Homo sapiens
Length
185 amino acids
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.
Mass
21.043 kDa
Sequence
MPRLFFFHLLGVCLLLNQFSRAVADSWMEEVIKLCGRELVRAQIAICGMSTWSKRSLSQEDAPQTPRPVAEIVPSFINKDTETINMMSEFVANLPQELKLTLSEMQPALPQLQQHVPVLKDSSLLFEEFKKLIRNRQSEAADSSPSELKYLGLDTHSRKKRQLYSALANKCCHVGCTKRSLARFC