SLC2A1

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SLC2A1

A gene on chromosome 1p34.2 that encodes glucose transporter type 1, a key glucose transporter in the blood-brain barrier.

Molecular biology
SLC2A1 mutations cause paroxysmal exertion-induced dyskinesia.
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In the glucose transporter type 1 deficiency syndrome (Glut 1 deficiency syndrome), there is a defect in the transport of glucose from the blood-brain barrier, which is the basic fuel of for the brain (2).
A Different SLC2A1 Gene Mutation in Glut 1 Deficiency Syndrome: c.734A>C
Lisa Moore, the mother of Brennan, a three-year-old boy who has a rare condition called Glucose Transporter Type 1 deficiency syndrome (Glut1 DS) is an advocate for the early diagnosis of Glut1 and genetic testing.
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But among all most common syndromes glucose transporter type 1 deficiency syndrome is important because it more severely effect glucose transport in children.
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