We use cookies to enhance the usability of our website. If you continue, we'll assume that you are happy to receive all cookies. More information. Don't show this again.
Colorectal, breast, renal, endometrial, prostate and gastric cancers showed weak to moderate cytoplasmic staining in several cases. Malignant cells in general were negative.
GENE INFORMATION
Gene name
MC4R
Synonyms
Description
Melanocortin 4 receptor (HGNC Symbol)
Entrez gene summary
The protein encoded by this gene is a membrane-bound receptor and member of the melanocortin receptor family. The encoded protein interacts with adrenocorticotropic and MSH hormones and is mediated by G proteins. This is an intronless gene. Defects in this gene are a cause of autosomal dominant obesity. [provided by RefSeq, Jan 2010]