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Dopamine β-hydroxylase (None)
- Target
- None
- Molecular classification
- Enzyme, Oxidoreductase
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Overview
Dopamine β-hydroxylase (DBH) is an enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of dopamine to norepinephrine, a critical step in catecholamine biosynthesis. It is essential for maintaining proper levels of dopamine and norepinephrine, influencing blood pressure, body temperature, mood, and other autonomic functions. Mutations or variants in the DBH gene can lead to Dopamine β-hydroxylase deficiency, characterized by impaired norepinephrine production and severe autonomic dysfunction. Decreased serum DBH activity has been observed in various neurological diseases, suggesting potential diagnostic utility.
- Other names
- DBHDBMdopamine beta-monooxygenaseORTHYP1
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Mechanism of action
Inhibition of dopamine conversion to norepinephrine (potential)
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Biological functions
Catecholamine biosynthesisNeurotransmitter synthesisHormone synthesisRegulation of blood pressureRegulation of body temperatureMood regulationEnergy level regulationBehavior regulationEmotion regulationAutonomic function regulation
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Disease associations
Dopamine β-hydroxylase deficiencyNeurological diseases involving catecholaminergic dysregulationAutonomic dysfunction
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Safety considerations
Blood pressure instabilityAutonomic dysfunction
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Biomarkers
Serum DBH activity
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