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NQO1 Gene, Air pollution detoxification, phase 2 detoxification gene

NQO1 Gene: Metabolism of Quinones, Benzene, and More

The NQO1 gene codes for an important enzyme in phase II detoxification. This enzyme is responsible for metabolizing the cancer-causing benzene (e.g. from air pollution) and cigarette toxins. Learn more and check your genes. (Member’s article)

CYP2E1: CYP450 Enzyme, Alcohol Metabolism CYP2E1 genetic variants

CYP2E1: Breaking down alcohol and more

The CYP2E1 enzyme is part of the phase I detoxification system. Discover how variants might affect your alcohol metabolism and more.