Desmoglein-2

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

**Definition:** Desmoglein-2 (1118 aa, ~122 kDa) is encoded by the human DSG2 gene. This protein plays a role in desmosome formation and cardiac muscle development.

**Synonyms:** - Cadherin Family Member 5 - DSG2 - Desmoglein 2 - HDGC - Human Desmoglein Colon