Syndecan-2

**Semantic type:** Amino Acid, Peptide, or Protein

**Definition:** Syndecan-2 (201 aa, ~22 kDa) is encoded by the human SDC2 gene. This protein is involved in cell migration, cell proliferation, and cell-matrix interactions. In addition, this protein acts as a receptor for HIV-1.

**Synonyms:** - CD362 Antigen - Cell Surface-Associated Heparan Sulfate Proteoglycan 1 - Fibroglycan - Heparan Sulfate Proteoglycan 1, Cell Surface-Associated - Heparan Sulfate Proteoglycan Core Protein - SDC2 - Syndecan Proteoglycan 2