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solute carrier family 1 member 3

The SLC1A3 gene provides instructions for making a protein called excitatory amino acid transporter 1 (EAAT1). The EAAT1 protein is primarily found in nervous system cells called glia (or glial cells), which protect and maintain nerve cells (neurons). While the protein is found in cells throughout the brain, it is most abundant in the part of the brain that is connected to the spinal cord (the brainstem) and the region of the brain involved in coordinating movements (the cerebellum).

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The SLC1A3 gene provides instructions for making a protein called excitatory amino acid transporter 1 (EAAT1). The EAAT1 protein is primarily found in nervous system cells called glia (or glial cells), which protect and maintain nerve cells (neurons). While the protein is found in cells throughout the brain, it is most abundant in the part of the brain that is connected to the spinal cord (the brainstem) and the region of the brain involved in coordinating movements (the cerebellum).

The EAAT1 protein transports a molecule called glutamate in the brain. Glutamate is one of several brain chemicals called neurotransmitters, which allow neurons to communicate with one another. EAAT1 also transports negatively charged chlorine atoms (chloride ions).

Neurotransmitters (such as glutamate) are released from neurons and relay signals to other cells by attaching to receptor proteins on neighboring neurons. After the neurotransmitters have had their effect, they detach from their receptors and must be cleared from the spaces between neurons. Researchers have determined that EAAT1 is one of several glutamate transporters that clear excess glutamate from these spaces. This process is carefully regulated to ensure that signals are transmitted accurately throughout the nervous system. The timely removal of glutamate is also necessary to prevent a buildup of this neurotransmitter between cells, which would be toxic to neurons.

The EAAT1 protein also transports chloride ions in and out of cells. This function of the protein may help regulate the size (volume) of glia by playing a role in their intake and release of water. EAAT1 may also help maintain a normal balance of charged molecules (ions) in cells.

Conditions referring to this gene or chromosome

Altri nomi

EA6

EAA1_HUMAN

EAAT-1

EAAT1

Excitatory amino acid transporter 1

FLJ25094

GLAST

GLAST1

Glial high affinity glutamate transporter

Glutamate/aspartate transporter, high affinity, sodium-dependent

Sodium-dependent glutamate/aspartate transporter 1

solute carrier family 1 (glial high affinity glutamate transporter), member 3

Solute carrier family 1 member 3

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