Depression Database: Genetic Factors: Transporters: SLC6A3 (solute carrier family 6 (neurotransmitter transporter, dopamine), member 3)

SLC6A3 (solute carrier family 6 (neurotransmitter transporter, dopamine), member 3)

Other Symbols:

DAT, DAT1

1) Disease relevance:

This gene is a dopamine transporter. It belongs to the sodium- and chloride-dependent neurotransmitter transporter family. Variations in the gene are linked to idiopathic epilepsy, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, dependence on alcohol and cocaine, and susceptibility to [...] http://digg.com/u1UHxc