Parameter
| Biomarker | FABP4 mRNA | Full name | Fatty Acid Binding Protein 4 mRNA | Molecular Type | Nucleic Acid (Gene Expression) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | / | Molecular Weight | / | Core Functional Dimensions | Diagnosis, Susceptibility |
| Disease | Schizophrenia | Disease Subtypes | / | ||
| Organ | Brain | Test Sample / Technology Platform | Scalp Hair Follicles (RT-qPCR) | ||
| Pathobiological Mechanisms | Expression is downregulated in hair follicles, involved in myelin formation and abnormal lipid metabolism. | ||||
| Clinical Availability Status | Research stage | ||||
| Notes and Dynamics | Related to GABAergic system function, a non-invasive genetic biomarker. | ||||