Carboxylate transporter
Carboxylate Transporter
Carboxylate transporter (pronunciation: car-box-y-late trans-port-er) is a type of protein that facilitates the movement of carboxylate ions across cell membranes.
Etymology
The term "carboxylate transporter" is derived from the words "carboxylate," which refers to the anion of carboxylic acid, and "transporter," which denotes a protein that moves substances across cell membranes.
Function
Carboxylate transporters play a crucial role in the metabolism of cells. They transport carboxylate ions, which are essential for various metabolic processes, across the cell membrane. This transportation is vital for maintaining the homeostasis of the cell.
Types
There are several types of carboxylate transporters, including:
- Monocarboxylate transporter: This type of transporter is responsible for the transportation of monocarboxylates such as lactate and pyruvate.
- Dicarboxylate transporter: This transporter facilitates the movement of dicarboxylates like succinate and malate.
- Tricarboxylate transporter: This transporter is involved in the transportation of tricarboxylates such as citrate.
Related Terms
- Carboxylate: The anion of carboxylic acid, which is transported by carboxylate transporters.
- Transporter: A protein that moves substances across cell membranes.
- Cell membrane: The semipermeable membrane surrounding the cytoplasm of a cell.
- Metabolism: The set of life-sustaining chemical reactions in organisms.
- Homeostasis: The state of steady internal physical and chemical conditions maintained by living systems.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Carboxylate transporter
- Wikipedia's article - Carboxylate transporter
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