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TPMT

Thiopurine S-Methyltransferase

What it does

Metabolizes thiopurines (azathioprine, 6-mercaptopurine, thioguanine).

Why this matters for Black patients

TPMT *3C is more common in African ancestry; carriers have severe myelosuppression with standard thiopurine doses. CPIC mandates dose reduction or alternative therapy.

Common variants

Variant Phenotype African European
*3C Decreased function 0.040 0.005

Note: This page is reference information, not medical advice. Pharmacogenomic differences are about ancestry, not race; race is an imperfect proxy. Discuss any medication changes with your prescriber.