OPRM1 wt Allele

**Semantic type:** Gene or Genome

**Definition:** Human OPRM1 wild-type allele is located within 6q24-q25 and is approximately 236 kb in length. This allele, which encodes Mu-type opioid receptor protein, is involved in opioid binding and signaling. A point mutation in the gene may be associated with addiction to opioids and alcohol, and variations in pain sensitivity

**Synonyms:** - LMOR - M-OR-1 - MOP - MOR - MOR1 - OPRM - Opioid Receptor, Mu 1 wt Allele - Opioid Receptor, Mu-1 Gene