P2

PMP2

A gene on chromosome 8q21.3-q22.1 that encodes peripheral myelin protein 2, which is thought to bind cholesterol and play a role in lipid transport in Schwann cells.

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P₂

Symbol for the second pulmonic heart sound.

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