SLC5A1
Gastrointestinal & Hepatic System · Intestinal Nutrient Absorption
How does the intestine bring sugar and water into the body?
SLC5A1 makes SGLT1, a transporter that moves glucose and galactose with sodium across cell membranes. This transport also supports water absorption in the intestine.
- Common Gene Name
- solute carrier family 5 member 1
- NCBI Gene ID
- 6523
- Chromosome
- 22
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glucose-galactose malabsorption | MedlinePlus related condition | Association type varies; no grade assigned here | View source 2020-04 |
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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