GYS2

Glycogen synthase 2, liver-specific enzyme for glycogen synthesis.

Key Functions:

• Catalyzes glycogen formation in liver.
• Regulates glucose storage.

Interacting Systems & Components:

• Metabolic System (glucose regulation)
• Liver (expression site)
• GYS1 (related gene)

Gene Record

Approved symbol: GYS2

Approved name: glycogen synthase 2

Locus: 12p12.1

Locus type: gene with protein product

HGNC: HGNC:4707

From the HGNC naming authority.