Gene NPY
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Also known as
neuropeptide Y, PYY4Overview
NPY (Neuropeptide Y) encodes one of the most abundant neuropeptides in the brain and peripheral nervous system. NPY has diverse functions including stimulating appetite and food intake, regulating circadian rhythms, reducing anxiety, affecting memory, and modulating cardiovascular function. It is also co-released with norepinephrine from sympathetic neurons during stress.The Leu7Pro (rs16139) variant in NPY affects peptide processing and secretion, influencing appetite regulation and metabolic responses. This variant has been associated with higher body mass index, altered stress responses, and cardiovascular risk. NPY variants may also influence anxiety, stress resilience, and mood regulation.
Understanding your NPY genetic status provides insights into appetite regulation, stress response, and metabolic tendencies. This information is relevant for understanding weight management, stress resilience, and potentially anxiety susceptibility.