Gene Symbol | SLC2A5 |
Entrez Gene ID | 6518 |
Full Name | solute carrier family 2 member 5 |
Synonyms | GLUT-5,GLUT5 |
General protein information |
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Gene Type | protein-coding |
Organism | Homo sapiens(human) |
Genome | |
Summary | The protein encoded by this gene is a fructose transporter responsible for fructose uptake by the small intestine. The encoded protein also is necessary for the increase in blood pressure due to high dietary fructose consumption. [provided by RefSeq, Jun 2016]. |
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