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CYP1A2

A gene that codes for an enzyme that metabolizes caffeine and other compounds. Variants in CYP1A2 affect how quickly your liver breaks down caffeine, influencing jitteriness and sleep disruption.

Example in a sentence

CYP1A2 genotype was used to interpret caffeine sensitivity.

Key facts

  • Major enzyme for caffeine metabolism.
  • Variants affect fast vs slow metabolizer phenotype.

Category: Pharmacogenomics

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