SLC18A2 Gene Summary [Human]

This gene encodes an transmembrane protein that functions as an ATP-dependent transporter of monoamines, such as dopamine, norepinephrine, serotonin, and histamine. This protein transports amine neurotransmitters into synaptic vesicles. Polymorphisms in this gene may be associated with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and other neurological/psychiatric ailments. [provided by RefSeq, Jun 2018]

Details

Type
Retained Intron
Official Symbol
SLC18A2
Official Name
solute carrier family 18 member A2 [Source:HGNC Symbol;Acc:HGNC:10935]
Ensembl ID
ENSG00000165646
Bio databases IDs NCBI: 6571 Ensembl: ENSG00000165646
Aliases solute carrier family 18 member A2
Synonyms 1110037L13Rik, 9330105E13, MNAT, PKDYS2, solute carrier family 18 member A2, solute carrier family 18 (vesicular monoamine), member 2, SVAT, SVMT, VAT2, VMAT-2
Species
Human, Homo sapiens
OrthologiesMouseRat

Protein Domains

A protein domain is a distinct structural or functional region within a protein that can evolve, function, and exist independently of the rest of the protein chain. These domains in human SLC18A2 often fold into stable, three-dimensional structures and are associated with specific biological functions, such as binding to DNA, other proteins, or small molecules.
  • monoamine:hydrogen antiporter
  • amine/polyamine transporter
  • monoamine transporter
  • binding protein
  • heat shock protein binding
  • Major Facilitator Superfamily
  • enzyme binding
  • Multidrug resistance protein
  • protein binding
  • transporter
  • MFS/sugar transport protein

Pathways

Biological processes and signaling networks where the SLC18A2 gene in human plays a role, providing insight into its function and relevance in health or disease.

Top Findings

The most significant associations for this gene, including commonly observed domains, pathway involvement, and functional highlights based on current data.
binds
  • norepinephrine
  • MCU
  • DOLK
  • ADCK1
  • deserpidine
  • reserpine
  • secologanin tryptamine alkaloid derivative
  • UFL1
  • valbenazine
  • D6-alpha-dihydrotetrabenazine
disease
  • cardiovascular disorder
  • heart disease
  • obesity
  • hypertension
  • attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
  • paraganglioma
  • bipolar disorder
  • Huntington disease
  • stroke
  • major depression
regulated by
  • methylphenidate
  • 3-hydroxybutyric acid
  • forskolin
  • NFE2L2
  • polyunsaturated fatty acids
  • methamphetamine
  • CK2
  • mir-34 (includes others)
  • apomorphine
  • lobeline
regulates
  • H+
  • INS
  • insulin
  • corticosterone
  • DYNLL1
  • 5-hydroxytryptamine
  • dopamine
  • neurotransmitter
  • enzyme
  • histamine
role in cell
  • cell death
  • long-term potentiation
  • development
  • abnormal morphology
  • secretion by
  • response by
  • neurotoxicity in
  • degeneration

Subcellular Expression

Locations within the cell where the protein is known or predicted to be active, providing insight into its function and cellular context.
  • Plasma Membrane
  • synaptic vesicle membrane
  • intracellular membrane-bounded organelle
  • Cytoplasm
  • postsynaptic region
  • cellular membrane
  • vesicles
  • centrosome
  • secretory granule membrane
  • axon arbors
  • synaptic vesicles
  • neurites
  • nerve ending
  • synapse
  • transport vesicles
  • dense-core vesicles
  • secretory granules
  • cellular protrusions
  • membrane processes
  • perikaryon
  • axons
  • dendrites
  • axon terminals
  • axon branches
  • vesicle fraction

Gene Ontology Annotations

Describes the biological processes, cellular components, and molecular functions associated with the human SLC18A2 gene, providing context for its role in the cell.

Biological Process

Functions and activities the gene product is involved in
  • dopamine transport
  • post-embryonic development
  • synaptic transmission
  • sequestering of neurotransmitter
  • response to toxin
  • serotonin secretion by mast cell
  • histamine secretion by mast cell
  • neurotransmitter transport
  • serotonin uptake
  • locomotory behavior
  • response to amphetamine
  • histamine uptake
  • monoamine transport
  • synaptic vesicle amine transport

Cellular Component

Where in the cell the gene product is active
  • dendrite
  • secretory granule membrane
  • centrosome
  • clathrin sculpted monoamine transport vesicle membrane
  • terminal button
  • synaptic vesicle
  • intracellular membrane-bounded organelle
  • membrane
  • synaptic vesicle membrane
  • axon
  • plasma membrane

Molecular Function

What the gene product does at the molecular level
  • monoamine:hydrogen antiporter activity
  • protein binding
  • monoamine transmembrane transporter activity
  • serotonin:sodium symporter activity

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