Gene Symbol | Lss |
Entrez Gene ID | 16987 |
Full Name | lanosterol synthase |
Synonyms | 2810025N20Rik,D10Ertd116e,Osc |
General protein information |
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Gene Type | protein-coding |
Organism | Mus musculus(house mouse) |
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Summary | This gene encodes an enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of (S)-2,3 oxidosqualene to lanosterol. The encoded protein is a member of the terpene cyclase/mutase family and catalyzes the first step in the biosynthesis of cholesterol, steroid hormones, and vitamin D. [provided by RefSeq, Feb 2015]. |