The SLC6A8 gene provides instructions for making a protein called sodium- and chloride-dependent creatine transporter 1. This protein transports the compound creatine into cells. Creatine is needed for the body to store and use energy properly.
Other Names
creatine transporter 1; creatine transporter SLC6A8; CRT; CRTR; CT1; MGC87396; SC6A8_HUMAN; sodium- and chloride-dependent creatine transporter 1; solute carrier family 6 (neurotransmitter transporter), member 8; solute carrier family 6 (neurotransmitter transporter, creatine), member 8
Related Genetics Topics
Identifiers
- NCBI Gene: 6535
- OMIM: 300036
Source: MedlinePlus Genetics, U.S. National Library of Medicine.
