MAOA wt Allele

**Semantic type:** Gene or Genome

**Definition:** Human MAOA wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of Xp11.3 and is approximately 91 kb in length. This allele, which encodes amine oxidase [flavin-containing] A, plays a role in the metabolism of neuroactive and vasoactive amines. Mutation of the gene is associated with Brunner syndrome and a variety of other psychiatric disorders.

**Synonyms:** - MAO-A - Monoamine Oxidase A wt Allele