SHBG localizations
SHBG [ENSP00000369816]
Sex hormone-binding globulin; Functions as an androgen transport protein, but may also be involved in receptor mediated processes. Each dimer binds one molecule of steroid. Specific for 5-alpha-dihydrotestosterone, testosterone, and 17-beta-estradiol. Regulates the plasma metabolic clearance rate of steroid hormones by controlling their plasma concentration.
Synonyms: SHBG, A0A0C4DGN2, B0FWH5, B0FWH6, B0FWH7 ...