G-L Dr. Gina Leisching Heart Health Genes HMGCR An enzyme in the biochemical pathway that produces cholesterol. Heart Health Genes GJB2 Connexin 26 is involved in the transport of potassium ions and other small molecules between adjacent cells. Gastrointestinal Genes KIAA1109 This protein produced by this gene is believed to play a role in guiding the growth and differentiation of epithelial cells and also in the onset of tumors. Heart Health Genes LPL LPL is an enzyme which regulates triglycerides in lipoproteins, and their uptake by cells. Situated on the surface of capillary cells, this enzyme plays a crucial role in the breakdown and assimilation of dietary fat. Heart Health Genes LPA LPA is one of the major lipoproteins found in our body, responsible for cholesterol transport. Gastrointestinal Genes IL23R IL23R is the receptor for the protein IL-23, which is involved in the immune response. Gastrointestinal Genes GCKR GCKR is a protein produced in the liver which regulates glucose metabolism. Immune System Genes IL10 IL-10 is an anti-inflammatory cytokine which acts to damp down the immune systems inflammatory response. Heart Health Genes LDLR LDLR is a receptor protein which specifically recognises LDL particles. Longevity Genes GCLC GCLC forms part of glutamate-cysteine ligase which forms part of the pathway that produces the vital antioxidant glutathione. Longevity Genes GCLM GCLC forms part of glutamate-cysteine ligase which forms part of the pathway that produces the vital antioxidant glutathione. Immune System Genes HNMT HNMT breaks down the molecule histamine which is important in the immune response. 1 2 »
