NCIt definition : Human CYP2C8 wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 10q23.33 and is approximately
33 kb in length. This allele, which encodes cytochrome P450 2C8 protein, plays a role
in the metabolism of drugs and xenobiotics. Several allelic variants of the CYP2C8
gene contribute to the poor metabolizer phenotype.;
NCIt note : The poor metabolizer phenotype is characterized by the inability to use cytochrome
P450-dependent metabolic pathways for drug elimination.;