NCIt synonyms : ADR; Aldo-Keto Reductase Family 1, Member B1 (Aldose Reductase) Gene; AR; Aldo-Keto Reductase Family 1 Member B wt Allele; ALDR1; Aldo-Keto Reductase Family 1, Member B1 Gene; ALR2;
NCIt definition : Human AKR1B1 wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 7q33 and is approximately
17 kb in length. This allele, which encodes aldose reductase protein, is involved
in the metabolism of glucose, toxic aldehydes and steroids. This gene is associated
with the development of diabetic complications.;