| Gene Symbol | hmgA |
|---|---|
| Entrez Gene | 8617451 |
| Alt Symbol | DDBDRAFT_0190757, DDBDRAFT_0191125, DDB_0190757, DDB_0191125 |
| Species | Dictyostelium discoideum |
| Gene Type | protein-coding |
| Description | hmg CoA reductase A |
| Other Description | hydroxymethylglutaryl CoA reductase |
| Swissprots | Q55CJ2 P34135 |
| Accessions | EAL71921 Q55CJ2 XM_641397 XP_646489 |
| Function | This transmembrane glycoprotein is involved in the control of cholesterol biosynthesis. It is the rate-limiting enzyme of the sterol biosynthesis. |
| Subcellular Location | Endoplasmic reticulum membrane. |
| Top Pathways | Terpenoid backbone biosynthesis |