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Human SULT1A1 gene: copy number differences and functional implications.

Scott J Hebbring1, Araba A Adjei, Janel L Baer

  • 1Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, Rochester, MN 55905, USA.

Human Molecular Genetics
|December 26, 2006
PubMed
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Genetic variations, including SULT1A1 gene deletions and duplications, significantly impact enzyme activity. These copy number differences are a major driver of metabolic variability, influencing drug and hormone metabolism and disease risk.

Area of Science:

  • Pharmacogenetics
  • Molecular Biology
  • Human Genetics

Background:

  • Sulfotransferase 1A1 (SULT1A1) enzyme activity exhibits significant inter-individual variability.
  • This variability is known to be inherited and influenced by genetic factors.
  • Previous studies identified single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in the SULT1A1 gene and its regulatory regions as contributors to this variation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate gene copy number variations (deletions and duplications) of SULT1A1 as a source of metabolic activity variability.
  • To quantify the frequency of SULT1A1 copy number differences in different ethnic populations.
  • To determine the relative contribution of gene copy number variation versus other genetic factors to SULT1A1 enzyme activity.

Main Methods:

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  • Quantitative multiplex PCR assay to measure SULT1A1 gene copy number.
  • Analysis of DNA samples from 362 Caucasian-American and 99 African-American individuals.
  • Reporter assays for 5'-flanking region (5'-FR) SNP haplotypes.
  • Enzyme activity measurements in human platelet and liver samples.

    • Main Results:

    • SULT1A1 gene deletions and duplications were identified, with copy numbers ranging from 1 to approximately 5.
    • Significant differences in copy number distribution were observed between ethnic groups: 26% of Caucasians and 63% of African-Americans had three or more copies.
    • Gene copy number differences were the primary determinant of SULT1A1 enzyme activity variability across all genetic factors analyzed (P < 0.0001).

    Conclusions:

    • SULT1A1 gene copy number variation represents a significant, previously underappreciated source of metabolic enzyme activity variability.
    • These findings have critical implications for understanding individual responses to drugs and hormones metabolized by SULT1A1.
    • SULT1A1 copy number variation may play a role in disease susceptibility.