rs8084

Variant in the CD47 gene (CD47 Molecule (Integrin Associated Protein))

rs8084 is a single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) in the CD47 gene, involved in don't eat me signal / phagocytosis regulation. Variants at this position have been studied in relation to immune function, metabolism, and chronic illness.

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What is the rs8084 variant?

rs8084 is a SNP (single nucleotide polymorphism) in the CD47 (CD47 Molecule (Integrin Associated Protein)) gene. It belongs to the Immune Signaling category and is part of the Immune System & Inflammation biological cluster. CD47 encodes integrin-associated protein, a 'don't eat me' signal on cells that engages SIRPα on macrophages to inhibit phagocytosis.

Biological role and pathway

This variant sits within the CD47 gene, which is involved in the don't eat me signal / phagocytosis regulation pathway. Genes within the Immune System & Inflammation cluster work together to maintain balanced function across interconnected biological systems.

Variants in genes within this pathway may influence an individual's predisposition to altered function — particularly under conditions of physiological stress such as viral infection or prolonged illness.

rs8084 and Long COVID / ME-CFS research

CD47 upregulation on infected cells inhibits phagocytic clearance; SARS-CoV-2-infected cells may exploit CD47 signaling to evade macrophage clearance, and CD47 variants may affect pathogen clearance in Long COVID.

This information is based on published research and does not constitute medical advice. See references below.

Parent gene: CD47

rs8084 is one of 1 known variant in the CD47 gene. To understand the full biological context of this variant, explore the parent gene page.

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Conditions studied in relation to rs8084

Research into CD47 variants including rs8084 has explored associations with the following conditions. These are areas of scientific investigation and do not imply causation.

Genetic insights from DNA data

Consumer DNA files from 23andMe, AncestryDNA, and MyHeritage contain raw SNP data. When you upload your file to ChronicDNA, the analysis engine checks your genotype against a curated panel of 80+ genes selected for their relevance to Long COVID, ME/CFS, and connected biological pathways - some of which may include CD47 and the rs8084 variant.

The report is educational - it explains which variants you carry, what the research says about them, and how they fit into the biological pathways most relevant to chronic illness. Results are presented in plain English with appropriate scientific context, no medical jargon, no scare tactics. All results should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.

Frequently asked questions

What is the rs8084 variant in the CD47 gene?

rs8084 is a single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) located in the CD47 (CD47 Molecule (Integrin Associated Protein)) gene, which is involved in don't eat me signal / phagocytosis regulation. CD47 encodes integrin-associated protein, a 'don't eat me' signal on cells that engages SIRPα on macrophages to inhibit phagocytosis.

How may the rs8084 variant relate to Long COVID or ME/CFS?

CD47 upregulation on infected cells inhibits phagocytic clearance; SARS-CoV-2-infected cells may exploit CD47 signaling to evade macrophage clearance, and CD47 variants may affect pathogen clearance in Long COVID.

Can a consumer DNA test detect the rs8084 variant?

Many consumer DNA tests such as 23andMe, AncestryDNA, and MyHeritage genotype common SNPs. ChronicDNA analyses your raw DNA file and reports on variants studied in relation to chronic illness, immune function, and metabolism. This is not a diagnostic service — results are informational and educational only.

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References

The following publications were used in compiling the research context for CD47 and its variants. This is not an exhaustive literature review.

  • [1]PMID: 32296168
  • [2]Nature Immunology
  • [3]Cell