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ME1 malic enzyme 1

Gene ID: 4199, updated on 17-Jun-2024
Gene type: protein coding
Also known as: MES; HUMNDME

Summary

This gene encodes a cytosolic, NADP-dependent enzyme that generates NADPH for fatty acid biosynthesis. The activity of this enzyme, the reversible oxidative decarboxylation of malate, links the glycolytic and citric acid cycles. The regulation of expression for this gene is complex. Increased expression can result from elevated levels of thyroid hormones or by higher proportions of carbohydrates in the diet. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

Genomic context

Location:
6q14.2
Sequence:
Chromosome: 6; NC_000006.12 (83210402..83431051, complement)
Total number of exons:
14

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