BCO1

BCO1 (Beta-Carotene Oxygenase 1) is an enzyme that plays a crucial role in converting beta-carotene into retinal, the active form of vitamin A. Vitamin A is vital for vision, immune function, and cell communication. The activity of BCO1 determines how efficiently dietary beta-carotene is converted into vitamin A, influencing overall vitamin A levels and related health effects. Variations in the BCO1 gene can affect an individual's ability to process beta-carotene and their risk of vitamin A deficiency.

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