UGT3A2
Description
The UGT3A2 (UDP glycosyltransferase family 3 member A2) is a protein-coding gene located on chromosome 5.
The UGT3A2 enzyme plays a crucial role in detoxification by attaching glucuronic acid to various substances, making them more water-soluble and easier to eliminate from the body. This process is essential for removing potentially harmful foreign compounds (xenobiotics) and naturally occurring molecules.
UGT3A2 is also known as -.
