GCG wt Allele

**Semantic type:** Gene or Genome

**Definition:** Human GCG wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 2q24.2 and is approximately 9 kb in length. This allele, which encodes proglucagon protein, is involved in the stimulation of glycogen processing, gluconeogenesis and the absorption of nutrients by the gut.

**Synonyms:** - GCG - GLP1 - GLP2 - GRPP - Glicentin-Related Polypeptide Gene - Glucagon wt Allele - Glucagon-Like Peptide 1 Gene - Glucagon-Like Peptide 2 Gene