Gene: ACSS2
Alternate names for this Gene: ACAS2|ACECS|ACS|ACSA|AceCS1|dJ1161H23.1
Gene Summary: This gene encodes a cytosolic enzyme that catalyzes the activation of acetate for use in lipid synthesis and energy generation. The protein acts as a monomer and produces acetyl-CoA from acetate in a reaction that requires ATP. Expression of this gene is regulated by sterol regulatory element-binding proteins, transcription factors that activate genes required for the synthesis of cholesterol and unsaturated fatty acids. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants.
Gene is located in Chromosome: 20
Location in Chromosome : 20q11.22
Description of this Gene: acyl-CoA synthetase short chain family member 2
Type of Gene: protein-coding