A-F - Page 3 Dr. Gina Leisching Heart Health Genes CPS1 CPS1 is a mitochondrial enzyme involved in the metabolism of proteins and ammonia. Heart Health Genes APOE APOE is an apolipoprotein with a major role in transporting cholesterol in the brain. Gastrointestinal Genes BHMT BHMT is an enzyme which converts homocysteine into methionine using betaine as a methyl donor. Heart Health Genes F8 F8 is an essential blood clotting protein. Gastrointestinal Genes FTO FTO is an enzyme which has been linked with an increased risk of obesity. Gastrointestinal Genes CBS CBS is an enzyme which converts homocysteine into cystathionine, the first step of the transsulfuration pathway. Brain & Mental Health Genes COMT COMT is an enzyme which inactivates important neurotransmitters such as dopamine and epinephrine. Musculoskeletal Genes ATP2B1 ATP2B1 is membrane protein which plays an important role in maintaining the cellular calcium balance. Gastrointestinal Genes ARG1 ARG1 is an enzyme which forms part of the urea cycle, clearing the body of harmful ammonia based products. Immune System Genes AOC1 AOC1 is an enzyme that breaks down histamine and other related compounds. Brain & Mental Health Genes AKT1 AKT1 is an enzyme which is responsible for ensuring the survival of neurons. Endocrine Genes ADIPOQ AdipoQ is expressed solely in fat tissue and is important in controlling fat metabolism. « 1 2 3 4 »
