| Product Detail | This gene encodes a member of the aquaporin family of intrinsic membrane proteins that function as water-selective channels in the plasma membranes of many cells. The encoded protein is the predominant aquaporin found in brain. Two alternatively spliced transcript variants encoding distinct isoforms have been found for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Jul 2008] Function: Forms a water-specific channel. Osmoreceptor which regulates body water balance and mediates water flow within the central nervous system. Subunit: Homotetramer. Part of a complex containing MLC1, TRPV4, HEPACAM and ATP1B1. Subcellular Location: Membrane; Multi-pass membrane protein. Tissue Specificity: Brain, muscle, heart, kidney, lung, and trachea. Similarity: Belongs to the MIP/aquaporin (TC 1.A.8) family. SWISS: P55088 Gene ID: 361 |
