MUC6

Full Name
Mucin 6, oligomeric mucus/gel-forming

Keywords
MUC-6; mucin-6; gastric mucin-6

Background
This is a member of the mucin protein family. Mucins are high molecular weight glycoproteins produced by many epithelial tissues. The protein encoded by this gene is secreted and forms an insoluble mucous barrier that protects the gut lumen.
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