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The human LAT1-4F2hc (SLC7A5-SLC3A2) transporter complex: Physiological and pathophysiological implications.
Jennifer Kahlhofer1, David Teis1
1Institute for Cell Biology, Biocenter, Medical University Innsbruck, Innsbruck, Austria.
Basic & Clinical Pharmacology & Toxicology
|December 2, 2022
Summary
The LAT1-4F2hc amino acid transporter complex fuels cell growth by regulating nutrient uptake and signaling pathways. Its dysfunction is linked to diseases, making it a promising drug target.
Area of Science:
- Biochemistry
- Cell Biology
- Molecular Medicine
Background:
- LAT1 and 4F2hc form a heterodimeric amino acid transporter complex crucial for cellular functions.
- This complex facilitates the uptake of essential amino acids and hormones, impacting cell growth.
- Dysregulation of LAT1-4F2hc is implicated in various diseases, including cancer and diabetes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To summarize structural insights into LAT1-4F2hc assembly and function.
- To elucidate the role of LAT1-4F2hc in metabolic signaling pathways.
- To explore the contribution of LAT1-4F2hc to disease pathogenesis.
Main Methods:
- Review of structural biology data on LAT1-4F2hc.
- Analysis of literature on LAT1-4F2hc's role in mTORC1 signaling and integrated stress response.
- Integration of findings related to LAT1-4F2hc in disease contexts.
Main Results:
- Structural understanding reveals how LAT1 and 4F2hc cooperate in amino acid transport.
- LAT1-4F2hc stimulates mTORC1 signaling and represses the integrated stress response, promoting cellular growth.
- Aberrant LAT1-4F2hc function is linked to cancer, diabetes, and immunological/neurological disorders.
Conclusions:
- LAT1-4F2hc is a key regulator of cellular metabolism and growth.
- Its structural and functional characterization provides a basis for therapeutic targeting.
- Understanding LAT1-4F2hc's role in disease offers new avenues for treatment development.
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