SLCO6A1

The SLCO6A1 gene encodes the solute carrier organic anion transporter family member 6A1. Also known as OATP6A1, this protein is involved in the transport of various endogenous and exogenous substances across cell membranes. It functions by facilitating the uptake of specific substrates, playing a crucial role in maintaining cellular homeostasis.
SLCO6A1 is associated with several signaling pathways related to cell growth and metabolism. Dysregulation of this protein has been linked to certain diseases, such as metabolic disorders. In drug development, it serves as a potential target for the design of new medications to treat these related diseases, although research is still in the early stages.