ABCA1

Metabolic System · Cholesterol & Lipoprotein Metabolism

How does ABCA1 help move cholesterol out of cells?

ABCA1 makes a transporter that exports cholesterol and phospholipids across cell membranes. This transport contributes to the way the body redistributes fats between tissues and circulating particles.

Common Gene Name
ATP binding cassette subfamily A member 1
NCBI Gene ID
19
Chromosome
9

Clinical Evidence Status

Clinical utility not established here

These labels describe available evidence about a gene. They do not classify your variant or recommend a treatment.

Answer Sources

Explore supporting evidence (2 records)
Condition or drugEvidenceGrade / statusContextSource
Tangier diseaseMedlinePlus related conditionAssociation type varies; no grade assigned hereView source
2023-10
Familial HDL deficiencyMedlinePlus related conditionAssociation type varies; no grade assigned hereView source
2023-10

Source snapshot: 2026-09-09. Consumer text updated: 2026-09-10. Source dates describe the cited records, not a new clinical review.

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