LEPR
Metabolic System · Energy Balance, Appetite & Thermogenesis
How can leptin be present but its signal still be disrupted?
LEPR makes the receptor that allows cells, including those in the hypothalamus, to respond to leptin. A signaling problem can therefore differ from a shortage of the hormone itself.
- Common Gene Name
- leptin receptor
- NCBI Gene ID
- 3953
- Chromosome
- 1
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 (2 records)
| Condition or drug | Evidence | Grade / status | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leptin receptor deficiency | MedlinePlus related condition | Association type varies; no grade assigned here | View source 2013-10 | |
| Setmelanotide (1) | FDA labeling biomarker | Label mentions biomarker; actionability not inferred | Endocrinology | 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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