ALDH2
Gastrointestinal & Hepatic System · Phase I & Phase II Xenobiotic Detoxification
How is ALDH2 different from the first step of alcohol breakdown?
ALDH2 helps clear aldehydes produced during alcohol metabolism. This follows the initial alcohol-processing step, so reduced enzyme activity can affect how breakdown products accumulate.
- Common Gene Name
- aldehyde dehydrogenase 2 family member
- NCBI Gene ID
- 217
- Chromosome
- 12
Clinical Evidence Status
Tumor or drug-label biomarker context
These labels describe available evidence about a gene. They do not classify your variant or recommend a treatment.
Answer Sources
Explore supporting evidence (1 records)
| Condition or drug | Evidence | Grade / status | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dehydrated Alcohol (Ethanol) | FDA labeling biomarker | Label mentions biomarker; actionability not inferred | Toxicology | View source |
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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