Gene: SLC2A5
Alternate names for this Gene: GLUT-5|GLUT5
Gene Summary: The protein encoded by this gene is a fructose transporter responsible for fructose uptake by the small intestine. The encoded protein also is necessary for the increase in blood pressure due to high dietary fructose consumption.
Gene is located in Chromosome: 1
Location in Chromosome : 1p36.23
Description of this Gene: solute carrier family 2 member 5
Type of Gene: protein-coding