gene 2,464 words KG: abca1 2026-03-29
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ABCA1 - ATP-Binding Cassette Transporter A1

🧬 Gene Info
Gene SymbolABCA1
Full NameATP-Binding Cassette Transporter A1
Chromosome9q31.1
Protein TypeTransporter
Target ClassTransporter
Functionis a full-size ABC transporter with a classic architecture
Mechanism of ActionSmall molecule modulators to enhance cholesterol efflux and HDL formation
Primary ExpressionBrain (astrocytes, microglia, neurons), liver, macrophages, intestine
DruggabilityMedium (0.47)
Clinical StageApproved
Molecular Weight~270 kDa
Amino Acids2,461 amino acids
Exons50
PathwaysCholesterol, Epigenetic, Lipid Metabolism, Microrna, Mitochondrial Function
UniProt IDO95477
NCBI Gene ID19
Ensembl IDENSG00000165029
OMIM205400 (Familial hypoalphalipoproteinemia)
GeneCardsABCA1
Human Protein AtlasABCA1
Associated DiseasesAD, ALS, ALZHEIMER, ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE, AMI, ARM
Known Drugs/Compounds25-Hydroxycholesterol, statins, dexamethasone, quercetin
InteractionsLDLR, SREBF2, APOE, LOX, ABCG1, P2RY12
SciDEX TargetView Target Profile (8 clinical trials)
SciDEX HypothesesHDL/apoE Particle Remodeling as a Therapeutic Swit
KG Connections1134 knowledge graph edges
DatabasesGeneCardsHPASTRING

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