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<p>CSV import</p> <p><b>New page</b></p><div>&#039;&#039;&#039;SPINK1&#039;&#039;&#039; is a gene that provides instructions for making a protein called pancreatic secretory trypsin inhibitor. This protein, which is made in the pancreas, plays a role in preventing the pancreas from digesting itself. The SPINK1 gene is located on the long (q) arm of chromosome 5 at position 32.<br /> <br /> == Function ==<br /> The [[SPINK1]] gene provides instructions for making a protein called [[pancreatic secretory trypsin inhibitor]]. This protein, which is made in the pancreas, plays a role in preventing the pancreas from digesting itself. Specifically, it blocks the activity of an enzyme called [[trypsin]] that helps digest food in the small intestine. If trypsin is not properly regulated, it can start to break down the tissues of the pancreas, leading to inflammation and damage.<br /> <br /> == Genetic Changes ==<br /> More than 30 mutations in the SPINK1 gene have been found to cause [[hereditary pancreatitis]]. These mutations lead to the production of a pancreatic secretory trypsin inhibitor protein that is less able to control the activity of trypsin. As a result, trypsin can more easily damage the pancreas and cause pancreatitis.<br /> <br /> == Associated Conditions ==<br /> Mutations in the SPINK1 gene are associated with chronic pancreatitis, which is inflammation of the pancreas that does not heal or improve, gets worse over time, and leads to permanent damage. Chronic pancreatitis is characterized by abdominal pain and digestive problems. It can also increase the risk of developing [[pancreatic cancer]].<br /> <br /> == See Also ==<br /> * [[Pancreas]]<br /> * [[Trypsin]]<br /> * [[Hereditary pancreatitis]]<br /> * [[Pancreatic cancer]]<br /> <br /> == References ==<br /> &lt;references /&gt;<br /> <br /> [[Category:Genes]]<br /> [[Category:Human proteins]]<br /> [[Category:Pancreas]]<br /> <br /> {{stub}}</div>

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