solute carrier family 12 member 3
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The SLC12A3 gene provides instructions for making a protein known as NCC. This protein is a sodium chloride co-transporter, which means that it moves charged atoms (ions) of sodium (Na+) and chlorine (Cl-) across cell membranes.
Normal function
The SLC12A3 gene provides instructions for making a protein known as NCC. This protein is a sodium chloride co-transporter, which means that it moves charged atoms (ions) of sodium (Na+) and chlorine (Cl-) across cell membranes.
The NCC protein is essential for normal kidney function. It is part of the mechanism by which kidneys reabsorb salt (sodium chloride or NaCl) from the urine back into the bloodstream. The retention of salt affects the body's fluid levels and helps maintain blood pressure.
Conditions referring to this gene or chromosome
Other names
Na-Cl symporter
NaCl electroneutral thiazide-sensitive cotransporter
NCCT
S12A3_HUMAN
solute carrier family 12 (sodium/chloride transporter), member 3
solute carrier family 12 (sodium/chloride transporters), member 3
thiazide-sensitive Na-Cl cotransporter
thiazide-sensitive sodium-chloride cotransporter
TSC
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Further reading and references
- solute carrier family 12 member 3; MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine.
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