Mucin-6

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

**Definition:** Mucin-6 (2439 aa, ~257 kDa) is encoded by the human MUC6 gene. This protein is involved in protection of the epithelial surfaces of the gastrointestinal system.

**Synonyms:** - Gastric Mucin-6 - MUC-6 - MUC6 - Mucin 6