SLC39A2 encodes a member of the ZIP family of metal ion transporters. The solute carrier family 39 member 2 functions as a zinc transporter. Mutations in this gene may be associated with susceptibility to carotid artery disease. Multiple transcript variants have been described.
SLC39A2 encodes a member of the ZIP family of metal ion transporters. The solute carrier family 39 member 2 functions as a zinc transporter. Mutations in this gene may be associated with susceptibility to carotid artery disease. Multiple transcript variants have been described.