A-F Dr. Gina Leisching Heart Health GenesDHCR7The DHCR7 gene encodes the enzyme 7-dehydrocholesterol reductase, which is essential for the production of cholesterol. Heart Health GenesAPOA2APOA2 is the second most abundant protein found in high-density lipoprotein particles. Immune System GenesALDH2Aldehyde dehydrogenase is the second enzyme in the alcohol metabolism pathway, responsible for clearing alcohol from the body. Gastrointestinal GenesADRA2AADRA2A is a receptor which plays an important role in regulating neurotransmitter release. Gastrointestinal GenesADCY5ADCY5 is an enzyme which controls cell activity in response to glucose levels. Immune System GenesFUT2FUT2 is a protein which plays an important role in the creation in A or B antigens in A/B/O antigen types. Musculoskeletal GenesFGFR2FGFR2 is a receptor protein which binds fibroblast growth factor, which typically promotes cell division and differentiation. Brain & Mental Health GenesDRD2DRD2 is the major dopamine receptor in the brain. Heart Health GenesFADS1FADS1 is an enzyme which desaturates fatty acids by introducing double bonds, an important step in the metabolism of polyunsaturated fats. Brain & Mental Health GenesDOCK7DOCK7 is a protein which is important in the formation and maintenance of neurons. Gastrointestinal GenesCTHCTH is an enzyme which converts cystathionine into cysteine, the second step of the transsulfuration pathway. Heart Health GenesCETPCETP is an enzyme involved in the metabolism of lipoproteins. 1 2 3 »
