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CYP19A1

Meaning

CYP19A1 is the official gene symbol for the human enzyme Aromatase, a member of the cytochrome P450 superfamily, which catalyzes the final and rate-limiting step in the biosynthesis of estrogens. This crucial enzyme converts androgens, specifically testosterone and androstenedione, into the corresponding estrogens, estradiol and estrone. The activity of CYP19A1 is a major determinant of circulating estrogen levels in both males and females.