TAS1R3

Sensory System · Gustatory Chemosensation

How can one taste-receptor gene contribute to both sweet and savory tastes?

TAS1R3 makes a receptor component that pairs with different partners. Pairing with TAS1R2 supports sweet detection, while pairing with TAS1R1 supports umami detection.

Common Gene Name: taste 1 receptor member 3
NCBI Gene ID: 83756
Chromosome: 1

Clinical Evidence Status

Clinical utility not established here

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Answer Sources

NCBI Gene — 83756

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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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