AQP2
Renal System · Tubular Reabsorption, Electrolyte Transport & Urine Concentration
How do the kidneys return water to the bloodstream?
AQP2 makes aquaporin 2, a water channel in the kidney's collecting ducts. These channels allow filtered water to be reabsorbed as the body adjusts its water balance.
- Common Gene Name
- aquaporin 2
- NCBI Gene ID
- 359
- Chromosome
- 12
Clinical Evidence Status
Clinical utility not established here
These labels describe available evidence about a gene. They do not classify your variant or recommend a treatment.
Answer Sources
Explore supporting evidence (1 records)
| Condition or drug | Evidence | Grade / status | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arginine vasopressin resistance | MedlinePlus related condition | Association type varies; no grade assigned here | View source 2024-08 |
Source snapshot: 2026-09-09. Consumer text updated: 2026-09-10. Source dates describe the cited records, not a new clinical review.
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