| Gene Symbol | GAT2 |
| Full Name | GABA Transporter 2 |
| Chromosome | 12p12.3 |
| Protein Type | Gene |
| Function | is a sodium-dependent GABA transporter belonging to the SLC6A family. |
| Amino Acids | 602 aa |
| Exons | 14 |
| GeneCards | GAT2 |
| Human Protein Atlas | GAT2 |
| Liver | Highest expression in periportal hepatocytes |
| Kidney | Tubular epithelial cells (proximal tubules) |
| Lung | Alveolar epithelial cells |
| Brain | Lower expression than GAT1, primarily in: |
| Renal tubular function | Modulates GABA reabsorption |
| Peripheral GABA homeostasis | Maintains circulating GABA levels |
| Associated Diseases | neurodegeneration |
| Databases | GeneCardsUniProtNCBI GeneHPASTRING |
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