DUOX2 tissues
DUOX2 [ENSP00000373691]
Dual oxidase 2; Generates hydrogen peroxide which is required for the activity of thyroid peroxidase/TPO and lactoperoxidase/LPO. Plays a role in thyroid hormones synthesis and lactoperoxidase-mediated antimicrobial defense at the surface of mucosa. May have its own peroxidase activity through its N-terminal peroxidase-like domain.
Synonyms: DUOX2, DUOX2p, hDUOX2, Q9NRD8, X6RAN8 ...