GYS1

Glycogen synthase 1, muscle-specific enzyme for glycogen synthesis.

Key Functions:

• Catalyzes glycogen formation in muscle.
• Regulates energy storage.

Interacting Systems & Components:

• Musculoskeletal System (energy storage)
• GYS2 (related gene)
• Muscle Cell (expression site)

Gene Record

Approved symbol: GYS1

Approved name: glycogen synthase 1

Locus: 19q13.33

Locus type: gene with protein product

HGNC: HGNC:4706

From the HGNC naming authority.