Cytoplasm, cytosol . Membrane; Peripheral membrane protein .
Tissue Expression
Detected in adipose tissue, lung, liver, kidney, brain and heart.
Signaling_pathway
Research Areas
Function
Converts monoacylglycerides to free fatty acids and glycerol . Hydrolyzes the endocannabinoid 2-arachidonoylglycerol, and thereby contributes to the regulation of endocannabinoid signaling, nociperception and perception of pain . Regulates the levels of fatty acids that serve as signaling molecules and promote cancer cell migration, invasion and tumor growth .