Full name: ATP binding cassette subfamily G member 1

Gene type: protein coding

RefSeq status: REVIEWED

Also known as: ABC8; WHITE1

Summary: The protein encoded by this gene is a member of the superfamily of ATP-binding cassette (ABC) transporters. ABC proteins transport various molecules across extra- and intra-cellular membranes. ABC genes are divided into seven distinct subfamilies (ABC1, MDR/TAP, MRP, ALD, OABP, GCN20, White). This protein is a member of the White subfamily. It is involved in macrophage cholesterol and phospholipids transport, and may regulate cellular lipid homeostasis in other cell types. Six alternative splice variants have been identified. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008]

Expression: Ubiquitous expression in spleen (RPKM 7.0), adrenal (RPKM 5.6) and 24 other tissues

Gene size: 97556bp

Exon count: 23