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APOL1 Gene

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This gene is involved in the transport of cholesterol and other lipids. [ ]

Term info

Label

APOL1 Gene

Synonyms
  • APOL1
  • APOL1 Gene
  • Apolipoprotein L1 Gene
DesignNote

Certain variants in the gene are associated with increased ability to lyse Trypanosoma brucei rhodesiense (the parasite that causes African trypanosomiasis). (Science. 2010; 329:841-845.)

HGNC ID

HGNC:618

OMIM Number

603743

Preferred Name

APOL1 Gene

Semantic Type

Gene or Genome

UMLS CUI

C1412485

code

C138151