SEC15L2

SEC15L2, also known as SEC15-like 2, is a protein-coding gene found in humans and other organisms. It is a component of the exocyst, a conserved protein complex that plays a crucial role in vesicle trafficking and exocytosis, the process by which cells release molecules to the outside. Specifically, SEC15L2 is part of the octameric exocyst complex, which is involved in tethering vesicles to the plasma membrane before fusion and secretion. The exocyst complex is essential for various cellular processes, including cell growth, polarity, and membrane repair. Research suggests that SEC15L2 may also be involved in other cellular functions beyond its canonical role in the exocyst. Mutations or dysregulation of SEC15L2 have been implicated in certain disease states, although more research is needed to fully understand these connections. Its precise functions and interactions are areas of ongoing scientific investigation.