Hemojuvelin

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

**Definition:** Hemojuvelin (426 aa, ~45 kDa) is encoded by the human HJV gene. This protein plays a role in both iron metabolism and bone morphogenetic protein signaling pathways.

**Synonyms:** - HFE2 - HJV - Hemochromatosis Type 2 Protein - Hemojuvelin BMP Coreceptor - RGM Domain Family Member C - Repulsive Guidance Molecule C