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Symbol SLC6A3 contributors: mct - updated : 20-04-2020
HGNC name solute carrier family 6 (neurotransmitter transporter, dopamine), member 3
HGNC id 11049
ANIMAL & CELL MODELS
  • mice lacking SLC6A3 protein have elevated dopaminergic tone and are hyperactive, with a decrease in locomotion in response to psychostimulants
  • SLC6A3 null mice with pharmacologic inhibition of tyrosine hydroxylase demonstrated severe akinesia, rigidity, tremor and psotis similar to behaviors observed in patients with Parkinson Disease. L-dopa temporarily restored locomotion and amphetamines deriatives showed effectiveness in reducing motor abnormalities