ER beta/NR3A2: Proteins and Enzymes

Estrogen Receptor beta (ERβ,NR3A2) is a member of the steroid receptor family. The natural ligand for ER is the classical estrogenic compound 17β-estradiol. ERβ is expressed in the granulosa cell layer of primary, secondary and mature follicles in the ovary, in bone, bladder, uterus, testis, epididymis, gastrointestinal tract, kidney, breast, heart, vessel wall, immune system, lung, pituitary, hippocampus and hypothalamus. Roles for ERβ in the reproductive and cardiovascular ...