Nomenclature of the GLUT/SLC2A family of sugar/polyol transport facilitators.
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The recent identification of several additional members of the family of sugar transport facilitators (gene symbol SLC2A, protein symbol GLUT) has created a heterogeneous and, in part, confusing nomenclature. Therefore, this letter provides a summary of the family members and suggests a systematic nomenclature for SLC2A and GLUT symbols.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- American journal of physiology. Endocrinology and metabolism
دوره 282 4 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2002