S-Z Dr. Gina Leisching Gastrointestinal Genes TCF7L2 TCF7L2 is a transcription factor which regulates a wide variety of cellular processes including synthesis of glucagon in the pancreas. Gastrointestinal Genes SLC2A14 SLC2A14 is a transporter protein which shuttles glucose into cells. Gastrointestinal Genes SLC19A1 SLC19A1 is a folate transporter. Women's Health Genes SULT1A1 SULT1A1 is an enzyme which targets hormones, neurotransmitters for degradation. Longevity Genes SOD3 SOD3 is an antioxidant enzyme which is secreted by cells in the brain, lungs and other tissues at high risk of oxidative damage. Longevity Genes SOD2 SOD2 is an antioxidant enzyme found specifically in the mitochondria of cells. Gastrointestinal Genes TRPM6 TRPM6 is a channel protein which traffics magnesium into cells in the kidney. Longevity Genes TERT TERT forms part of the telomerase enzyme which is responsible for maintaining chromosome telomeres in selected cells. Heart Health Genes SHMT1 SHMT1 is an enzyme of the one carbon cycle, converting folate into a variety of other cellular products. Musculoskeletal Genes VDR VDR is the receptor for vitamin D, its main function is to regulate calcium uptake from the gut into the bloodstream.
