CERS1
Universal Cellular Machinery · Eicosanoid & Sphingolipid Mediator Signaling
What does CERS1 make for nerve-cell membranes?
CERS1 encodes an enzyme that produces a form of ceramide prominent in neurons. Ceramides are building blocks of sphingolipids and also participate in cellular signaling.
- Common Gene Name
- ceramide synthase 1
- NCBI Gene ID
- 10715
- Chromosome
- 19
Clinical Evidence Status
Disease evidence limited or conflicting
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| progressive myoclonus epilepsy | ClinGen gene-disease validity | Moderate | Autosomal recessive | View source 2024-07-16 |
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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