CYP11B1
Homo sapiens
Gene Name: cytochrome P450, family 11, subfamily B, polypeptide 1
Aliases: FHI; CPN1; CYP11B; P450C11; FLJ36771; DKFZp686B05283
Chromosome No: 8
Chromosome Band: 8q24.3
Genetic Category: Syndromic
Aliases: FHI; CPN1; CYP11B; P450C11; FLJ36771; DKFZp686B05283
Chromosome No: 8
Chromosome Band: 8q24.3
Genetic Category: Syndromic
Summary Statistics:
ASD Reports: 4
Recent Reports: 1
Annotated variants: 2
Associated CNVs: 8
Evidence score: null
ASD Reports: 4
Recent Reports: 1
Annotated variants: 2
Associated CNVs: 8
Evidence score: null
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Relevance to Autism
Genetic association has been found between the CYP11B1 gene and both autism and Asperger syndrome (Chakrabarti et al., 2009).
Molecular Function
This gene encodes a member of the cytochrome P450 superfamily of enzymes participating in the conversion of progesterone to cortisol in the adrenal cortex.
External Links
References
Type
Title
Type of Disorder
Associated Disorders
Author, Year
Primary
Genes related to sex steroids, neural growth, and social-emotional behavior are associated with autistic traits, empathy, and Asperger syndrome.
ASD
Asperger syndrome
Highly Cited
Mutations in the CYP11B1 gene causing congenital adrenal hyperplasia and hypertension cluster in exons 6, 7, and 8.
Highly Cited
Expression of 11beta-hydroxylase and aldosterone synthase genes in the rat brain.
Recent Recommendation
Cyp11b1 null mouse, a model of congenital adrenal hyperplasia.
