NCIt definition : Human MSR1 wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 8p22 and is approximately
450 kb in length. This allele, which encodes macrophage scavenger receptor types I
and II protein, is involved in the modulation of cholesterol and lipoprotein transport.
Mutation of the gene is associated with Barrett esophagus and prostate cancer.;
NCIt note : The MSR1 gene encodes three different isoforms (Types I, II, and III) generated by
alternative splicing. Isoform III does not internalize acetylated LDL. (EntrezGene
and UniProt);