Solute carrier family 1 (neuronal/epithelial high affinity glutamate transporter, system Xag), member 1
Gene Summary
SLC1A1 transports L-glutamate and also L- and D-aspartate. It is essential for terminating the postsynaptic action of glutamate by rapidly removing released glutamate from the synaptic cleft. SLC1A1 acts as a symport by cotransporting sodium. It negativel