MCT1 Antibodies

Target Information

Proton-coupled monocarboxylate transporter. Catalyzes the rapid transport across the plasma membrane of many monocarboxylates such as lactate, pyruvate, branched-chain oxo acids derived from leucine, valine and isoleucine, and the ketone bodies acetoacetate, beta-hydroxybutyrate and acetate. Depending on the tissue and on cicumstances, mediates the import or export of lactic acid and ketone bodies. Required for normal nutrient assimilation, increase of white adipose tissue and body weight gain when on a high-fat diet. Plays a role in cellular responses to a high-fat diet by modulating the cellular levels of lactate and pyruvate, small molecules that contribute to the regulation of central metabolic pathways and insulin secretion, with concomitant effects on plasma insulin levels and blood glucose homeostasis. Belongs to the major facilitator superfamily. Monocarboxylate porter (TC 2.A.1.13) family. Detected in heart and in blood lymphocytes and monocytes (at protein level). Widely expressed. 2 alternatively spliced human isoforms have been reported. Note: This description may include information from UniProtKB.

Alternate Names

FLJ36745; HHF7; MCT; MCT 1; MCT1; MCT1D; MGC44475; Monocarboxylate transporter 1; MOT1; SLC16A1; solute carrier family 16 (monocarboxylate transporter), member 1; solute carrier family 16 (monocarboxylic acid transporters), member 1; Solute carrier family 16 member 1; solute carrier family 16, member 1; solute carrier family 16, member 1 (monocarboxylic acid transporter 1)