Dmt1 plays an important role in the study of neurodegenerative diseases. This page provides comprehensive information about this topic, including its mechanisms, significance in disease processes, and therapeutic implications.
Dmt1 is an important component in the neurobiology of neurodegenerative diseases. This page provides detailed information about its structure, function, and role in disease processes.
| Solute Carrier Family 11 Member 2 | |
|---|---|
| Gene Symbol | DMT1 |
| Full Name | Solute Carrier Family 11 Member 2 |
| Chromosome | 12q14.2 |
| NCBI Gene ID | 6554 |
| OMIM | 604187 |
| Ensembl ID | ENSG00000104691 |
| UniProt ID | Q8IWU6 |
| Associated Diseases | Parkinson's Disease, Iron Deficiency Anemia |
DMT1 encodes divalent metal transporter 1, responsible for importing ferrous iron and other divalent metals into cells. It plays a critical role in iron homeostasis and is implicated in iron accumulation in neurodegenerative diseases.
Duodenum, brain, and other tissues.
| Disease | Variants | Inheritance | Mechanism |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkinson's Disease | Various | Variable | Altered function |
Dmt1 plays an important role in the study of neurodegenerative diseases. This page provides comprehensive information about this topic, including its mechanisms, significance in disease processes, and therapeutic implications.
The study of Dmt1 has evolved significantly over the past decades. Research in this area has revealed important insights into the underlying mechanisms of neurodegeneration and continues to drive therapeutic development.
Historical context and key discoveries in this field have shaped our current understanding and will continue to guide future research directions.