Function of SLC7A7 in T-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia

Background/Aims: Y+LAT1 protein, encoded by the SLC7A7 gene (a member of the SLC7 family), forms the cationic amino acid transport system y+L (system y+L). This system transports cationic amino acids such as arginine and lysine out of the cell. Arginine, in particular, is critical for T-cell activat...

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Main Authors: Xiaohui Ji, Xiaoyun Yang, Nan Wang, Meiyun Kang, Yaping Wang, Liucheng Rong, Yongjun Fang, Yao Xue
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Cell Physiol Biochem Press GmbH & Co KG 2018-07-01
Series:Cellular Physiology and Biochemistry
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Online Access:https://www.karger.com/Article/FullText/491899