Biology:SLC22A13

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Short description: Protein-coding gene in the species Homo sapiens


A representation of the 3D structure of the protein myoglobin showing turquoise α-helices.
Generic protein structure example


Solute carrier family 22 member 13 is a protein that in humans is encoded by the SLC22A13 gene. [1]

Function

This gene encodes a member of the organic-cation transporter family. It is located in a gene cluster with another member of the family, organic cation transporter like 4. The encoded protein is a transmembrane protein involved in the transport of small molecules. This protein can function to mediate urate uptake and is a high affinity nicotinate exchanger in the kidneys and the intestine.

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Further reading

This article incorporates text from the United States National Library of Medicine, which is in the public domain.