NLN
Description
The NLN (neurolysin) is a protein-coding gene located on chromosome 5.
NLN is a human gene that encodes a protein called Neurolysin, mitochondrial.
NLN breaks down small proteins called oligopeptides, including neurotensin, bradykinin, and dynorphin A. It also plays a role in regulating the cannabinoid signaling pathway by breaking down hemopressin, a molecule that blocks the cannabinoid receptor CNR1.
NLN is also known as AGTBP, EP24.16, MEP, MOP.
Associated Diseases
- type 2 diabetes mellitus
- hyperinsulinism due to INSR deficiency
- hyperinsulinism due to glucokinase deficiency
- cancer
