Expression of main GLUT isoforms related to OC
GLUT isoforms | Major site of expression | Nature of transport | References |
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GLUT1 | Placenta, brain, muscles, kidney, and colon | Basal continuous uptake | [26] |
GLUT2 | Liver, B-cell, kidney, and small intestine | Two-way transportation of glucose | [25] |
GLUT3 | Many tissues, including brain, placenta, and kidney | Neuronal uptake | [28] |
GLUT4 | Skeletal muscle, heart, and brown and white fat | Insulin-responsive | [29] |