miR-222

MicroRNA regulating cell proliferation and angiogenesis.

Key Functions:

• Promotes tumor growth.
• Modulates angiogenesis.

Interacting Systems & Components:

• Circulatory System (angiogenesis)
• KIT (target gene)
• Nucleus (expression site)

Gene Record

Approved symbol: MIR222

Approved name: microRNA 222

Locus: Xp11.3

Locus type: RNA, micro

HGNC: HGNC:31602

From the HGNC naming authority.