DBH wt Allele

**Semantic type:** Gene or Genome

**Definition:** Human DBH wild-type allele is located in the vicinity of 9q34.2 and is approximately 23 kb in length. This allele, which encodes dopamine beta-hydroxylase protein, plays a role in the catabolism of dopamine. Mutations in the gene are associated with DBH deficiency associated-orthostatic hypotension 1.

**Synonyms:** - DBM - Dopamine Beta-Hydroxylase (Dopamine Beta-Monooxygenase) Gene - Dopamine Beta-Hydroxylase wt Allele - Dopamine Beta-Hydroxylase, Plasma Gene - ORTHYP1