CYP7A1
Gastrointestinal & Hepatic System · Bile Acid Synthesis & Canalicular Excretion
How does CYP7A1 help the body use up cholesterol?
CYP7A1 starts a major pathway that converts cholesterol into bile acids in the liver. This links cholesterol handling with the production of substances needed for fat digestion.
- Common Gene Name
- cytochrome P450 family 7 subfamily A member 1
- NCBI Gene ID
- 1581
- Chromosome
- 8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cholic Acid | FDA labeling biomarker | Label mentions biomarker; actionability not inferred | Inborn Errors of Metabolism | 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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