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Genetic Archaeology

GENE
ENCYCLOPEDIA

Explore the building blocks of human heritage. Our database contains detailed profiles of genetic markers that define your health, appearance, and evolution.

PEMT
Vitamins

PEMT

PEMT encodes an enzyme responsible for the endogenous synthesis of phosphatidylcholine (PC) from phosphatidylethanolamine, particularly important for ...
📍 17p11.2 Details →
ACE
Fitness

ACE

ACE encodes an enzyme playing a central role in the renin-angiotensin system, influencing blood pressure and endurance performance....
📍 17q23.3 Details →
BDNF
Brain

BDNF

BDNF is important for neuroplasticity, memory, and learning. The Val66Met variant influences cognitive functions....
📍 11p14.1 Details →
ALDH2
Detoxification

ALDH2

ALDH2 metabolizes alcohol. The Glu504Lys variant causes 'Asian Flush' and alcohol intolerance....
📍 12q24.12 Details →
CYP1A2
Detoxification

CYP1A2

CYP1A2 metabolizes caffeine. Variants determine if you are a fast or slow caffeine metabolizer....
📍 15q24.1 Details →
VDR
Vitamins

VDR

VDR encodes the Vitamin D Receptor. Variants influence Vitamin D metabolism and bone health....
📍 12q13.11 Details →
LCT
Vitamins

LCT

LCT encodes the enzyme lactase. Variants determine lactose intolerance in adulthood....
📍 2q21.3 Details →
MC1R
Appearance

MC1R

MC1R determines hair color and skin type. Variants cause red hair and fair skin....
📍 16q24.3 Details →
FTO
Metabolism

FTO

FTO is strongly associated with obesity risk. Variants influence appetite and energy metabolism....
📍 16q12.2 Details →
ACTN3
Fitness

ACTN3

ACTN3 encodes a protein in fast-twitch muscle fibers. The R577X variant determines sprint vs. endurance ability....
📍 11q13.2 Details →