Physiological and pathological roles of mitochondrial SLC25 carriers

Biochem J. 2013 Sep 15;454(3):371-86. doi: 10.1042/BJ20121753.

Abstract

The mitochondrion relies on compartmentalization of certain enzymes, ions and metabolites for the sake of efficient metabolism. In order to fulfil its activities, a myriad of carriers are properly expressed, targeted and folded in the inner mitochondrial membrane. Among these carriers, the six-transmembrane-helix mitochondrial SLC25 (solute carrier family 25) proteins facilitate transport of solutes with disparate chemical identities across the inner mitochondrial membrane. Although their proper function replenishes building blocks needed for metabolic reactions, dysfunctional SLC25 proteins are involved in pathological states. It is the purpose of the present review to cover the current knowledge on the role of SLC25 transporters in health and disease.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Biological Transport
  • Eye Diseases / genetics
  • Eye Diseases / metabolism
  • Humans
  • Mitochondria / metabolism*
  • Mitochondrial Membrane Transport Proteins / physiology*
  • Mutation
  • Neoplasms / genetics
  • Neoplasms / metabolism
  • Nervous System Diseases / genetics
  • Nervous System Diseases / metabolism

Substances

  • Mitochondrial Membrane Transport Proteins