A-F Dr. Gina Leisching Brain & Mental Health Genes BTBD9 BTBD9 plays a role in protein-protein interaction and effects various cellular functions. Heart Health Genes APOC3 Elevated APOC3 levels are associated with increased levels of VLDL and chylomicrons, which are a risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Sleep Genes CYP1A2 Responsible for metabolism of drugs and the synthesis of steroids and cholesterol. Immune System Genes ADH1B ADH1B variants impact the speed of alcohol metabolism. Heart Health Genes DHCR7 The DHCR7 gene encodes the enzyme 7-dehydrocholesterol reductase, which is essential for the production of cholesterol. Heart Health Genes APOA2 APOA2 is the second most abundant protein found in high-density lipoprotein particles. Immune System Genes ALDH2 Aldehyde dehydrogenase is the second enzyme in the alcohol metabolism pathway, responsible for clearing alcohol from the body. Gastrointestinal Genes ADRA2A ADRA2A is a receptor which plays an important role in regulating neurotransmitter release. Gastrointestinal Genes ADCY5 ADCY5 is an enzyme which controls cell activity in response to glucose levels. Immune System Genes FUT2 FUT2 is a protein which plays an important role in the creation in A or B antigens in A/B/O antigen types. Musculoskeletal Genes FGFR2 FGFR2 is a receptor protein which binds fibroblast growth factor, which typically promotes cell division and differentiation. Brain & Mental Health Genes DRD2 DRD2 is the major dopamine receptor in the brain. 1 2 3 4 »
