LALBA

Reproductive System · Mammary Development & Lactogenesis

How is the lactose in breast milk made?

LALBA encodes alpha-lactalbumin, a partner in the lactose-synthase enzyme complex. Together with its enzyme partner, it supports the production of the milk sugar lactose.

Common Gene Name: lactalbumin alpha
NCBI Gene ID: 3906
Chromosome: 12

Clinical Evidence Status

Clinical utility not established here

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Answer Sources

NCBI Gene — 3906

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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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