Ephrin-B2
| Definition: |
A transmembrane domain containing ephrin that binds with high affinity to EPHB1 RECEPTOR; EPHB3 RECEPTOR, and EPHB4 RECEPTOR. Expression of ephrin-B2 occurs in a variety of adult tissues. During embryogenesis, high levels of ephrin-B2 is seen in the PROSENCEPHALON; RHOMBENCEPHALON; developing SOMITES; LIMB BUD; and bronchial arches (BRONCHIAL REGION). |
| Also Called: |
Eph Ligand Family 2 Protein, Mammalian |
| Previously Indexed: |
Membrane Proteins (1995-2002) |
Ephrin-B2 Definitions and Terms
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