Gene nameGene Name - the full gene name approved by the HGNC.
Endothelin 1
Gene symbolGene Symbol - the official gene symbol approved by the HGNC, which is a short abbreviated form of the gene name.
EDN1
SynonymsGene synonyms aliases
ARCND3, ET1, HDLCQ7, PPET1, QME
ChromosomeChromosome number
6
Chromosome locationChromosomal Location - indicates the cytogenetic location of the gene or region on the chromosome.
6p24.1
SummarySummary of gene provided in NCBI Entrez Gene.
This gene encodes a preproprotein that is proteolytically processed to generate a secreted peptide that belongs to the endothelin/sarafotoxin family. This peptide is a potent vasoconstrictor and its cognate receptors are therapeutic targets in the treatme