| Gene Symbol |
MFSD2A
|
| Gene Synonyms |
1700018O18Rik HsMFSD2A MCPH15 MFSD2 NEDMISBA NLS1 RGD1310174 SLC59A1 |
| Gene Full Name |
MFSD2 lysolipid transporter A, lysophospholipid |
| Gene Summary |
The protein encoded by this gene is a transmembrane protein and sodium-dependent lysophosphatidylcholine transporter. The encoded protein is involved in the establishment of the blood-brain barrier and is required for brain growth and function. Defects in this gene are a cause of a progressive microcephaly syndrome. [provided by RefSeq, Mar 2017] |
| Alternative Names |
major facilitator superfamily domain containing 2 major facilitator superfamily domain containing 2A major facilitator superfamily domain-containing protein 2A sodium-dependent LPC symporter 1 zgc:101615 |
| Molecular Weight(MW) |
60kDa |
| Source |
Rabbit |
| Cellular Localization |
Cell membrane;Endoplasmic reticulum membrane |