Filaggrin-2 (FLG2) is a 248 kDa S100 fused-type protein, that is insoluble in water. It is produced by granular keratinocytes and has 23 homologous repeats and a S100-homologous N-terminal domain. It is located in keratohyalin granules and the cytoplasmic matrix of the lower corneocytes. FLG2 is located on human chromosome 1q21.3.
Synonyms: Anti-IFPS; Anti-filaggrin family member 2
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Biochem Physiol Actions: Filaggrin-2 (FLG2) may be involved in epithelial cornification. It plays an important role in the epidermal barrier functions. Mutation in FLG2 gene is associated with peeling skin syndrome.
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