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CYP2E1 cytochrome P450 family 2 subfamily E member 1

Gene ID: 1571, updated on 14-Nov-2024
Gene type: protein coding
Also known as: CPE1; CYP2E; P450-J; P450C2E

Summary

This gene encodes a member of the cytochrome P450 superfamily of enzymes. The cytochrome P450 proteins are monooxygenases which catalyze many reactions involved in drug metabolism and synthesis of cholesterol, steroids and other lipids. This protein localizes to the endoplasmic reticulum and is induced by ethanol, the diabetic state, and starvation. The enzyme metabolizes both endogenous substrates, such as ethanol, acetone, and acetal, as well as exogenous substrates including benzene, carbon tetrachloride, ethylene glycol, and nitrosamines which are premutagens found in cigarette smoke. Due to its many substrates, this enzyme may be involved in such varied processes as gluconeogenesis, hepatic cirrhosis, diabetes, and cancer. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

Associated conditions

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DescriptionTests
Genome-wide association for abdominal subcutaneous and visceral adipose reveals a novel locus for visceral fat in women.
GeneReviews: Not available
Novel genetic loci identified for the pathophysiology of childhood obesity in the Hispanic population.
GeneReviews: Not available

Genomic context

Location:
10q26.3
Sequence:
Chromosome: 10; NC_000010.11 (133527363..133539123)
Total number of exons:
9

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