CHGB Gene

**Semantic type:** Gene or Genome

**Definition:** Encodes Chromogranin B, a tyrosine-sulfated secretory protein found in a wide variety of peptidergic endocrine cells. Chromogranin functions as a neuroendocrine secretory granule protein which may be the precursor for other biologically active peptides. (LocusLink)

**Synonyms:** - CHGB - CHGB - Chromogranin B (Secretogranin 1) Gene