Gene: ALDH1A2

Alternate names for this Gene: RALDH(II)|RALDH2|RALDH2-T

Gene Summary: This protein belongs to the aldehyde dehydrogenase family of proteins. The product of this gene is an enzyme that catalyzes the synthesis of retinoic acid (RA) from retinaldehyde. Retinoic acid, the active derivative of vitamin A (retinol), is a hormonal signaling molecule that functions in developing and adult tissues. The studies of a similar mouse gene suggest that this enzyme and the cytochrome CYP26A1, concurrently establish local embryonic retinoic acid levels which facilitate posterior organ development and prevent spina bifida. Four transcript variants encoding distinct isoforms have been identified for this gene.

Gene is located in Chromosome: 15

Location in Chromosome : 15q21.3

Description of this Gene: aldehyde dehydrogenase 1 family member A2

Type of Gene: protein-coding

Gene: AQP9

Alternate names for this Gene: AQP-9|HsT17287|SSC1|T17287

Gene Summary: The aquaporins are a family of water-selective membrane channels. This gene encodes a member of a subset of aquaporins called the aquaglyceroporins. This protein allows passage of a broad range of noncharged solutes and also stimulates urea transport and osmotic water permeability. This protein may also facilitate the uptake of glycerol in hepatic tissue . The encoded protein may also play a role in specialized leukocyte functions such as immunological response and bactericidal activity. Alternate splicing results in multiple transcript variants.

Gene is located in Chromosome: 15

Location in Chromosome : 15q21.3

Description of this Gene: aquaporin 9

Type of Gene: protein-coding