SOAT1_HUMAN Protein

Name Sterol O-acyltransferase 1
Description Catalyzes the formation of fatty acid-cholesterol esters, which are less soluble in membranes than cholesterol. Plays a role in lipoprotein assembly and dietary cholesterol absorption. In addition to its acyltransferase activity, it may act as a ligase.
UniProt ID P35610
Gene SOAT1