Gene: ABCB11
Alternate names for this Gene: ABC16|BRIC2|BSEP|PFIC-2|PFIC2|PGY4|SPGP
Gene Summary: The membrane-associated protein encoded by this gene is a member of the superfamily of ATP-binding cassette (ABC) transporters. ABC proteins transport various molecules across extra- and intra-cellular membranes. ABC genes are divided into seven distinct subfamilies (ABC1, MDR/TAP, MRP, ALD, OABP, GCN20, White). This protein is a member of the MDR/TAP subfamily. Members of the MDR/TAP subfamily are involved in multidrug resistance. The protein encoded by this gene is the major canalicular bile salt export pump in man. Mutations in this gene cause a form of progressive familial intrahepatic cholestases which are a group of inherited disorders with severe cholestatic liver disease from early infancy.
Gene is located in Chromosome: 2
Location in Chromosome : 2q31.1
Description of this Gene: ATP binding cassette subfamily B member 11
Type of Gene: protein-coding