rs8042919

What is the rs8042919 variant?

rs8042919 is a SNP (single nucleotide polymorphism) in the TRPM7 (Transient Receptor Potential Melastatin 7) gene. It belongs to the Vitamin Metabolism category and is part of the Vitamin & Nutrient Metabolism biological cluster. TRPM7 encodes a bifunctional channel-kinase that regulates intracellular magnesium levels and has roles in immune cell activation.

Biological role and pathway

This variant sits within the TRPM7 gene, which is involved in the magnesium homeostasis pathway. Genes within the Vitamin & Nutrient Metabolism 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.

Parent gene: TRPM7

rs8042919 is one of 1 known variant in the TRPM7 gene. To understand the full biological context of this variant, explore the parent gene page.

Conditions studied in relation to rs8042919

Research into TRPM7 variants including rs8042919 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 TRPM7 and the rs8042919 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.

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