The Functionality of UDP-Glucuronosyltransferase Genetic Variants and their Association with Drug Responses and Human Diseases

UDP-glucuronosyltransferases (UGTs) are phase II drug-metabolizing enzymes that metabolize endogenous fatty acids such as arachidonic acid metabolites, as well as many prescription drugs, such as opioids, antiepileptics, and antiviral drugs. The <i>UGT1A</i> and <i>2B</i> gen...

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Main Authors: Yazun Jarrar, Su-Jun Lee
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-06-01
Series:Journal of Personalized Medicine
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4426/11/6/554