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Which type of transport protein uses the energy from the Na-K ATPase to move another molecule against its gradient?
Which type of transport protein uses the energy from the Na-K ATPase to move another molecule against its gradient?
- Symporter (correct)
- Antiporter
- Uniporter
- Cotransporter
What is the function of SGLT transporter in cells?
What is the function of SGLT transporter in cells?
- Exporting glucose
- Excreting drugs
- Importing sodium and glucose (correct)
- Maintaining intracellular Na+ levels
Which type of transporter consumes ATP while moving molecules across membranes?
Which type of transporter consumes ATP while moving molecules across membranes?
- Symporter (correct)
- Cotransporter
- Antiporter
- Uniporter
What effect does the SGLT transporter have on drug potency in a patient taking medication?
What effect does the SGLT transporter have on drug potency in a patient taking medication?
Which protein family is responsible for pumping molecules by using ATP hydrolysis?
Which protein family is responsible for pumping molecules by using ATP hydrolysis?
In secondary active transport, which molecule is typically moved along with sodium into the cell?
In secondary active transport, which molecule is typically moved along with sodium into the cell?
What causes a high-affinity site for glucose within the cell during transport processes?
What causes a high-affinity site for glucose within the cell during transport processes?
What happens to drug potency in a patient who highly expresses the SGLT transporter while on medication?
What happens to drug potency in a patient who highly expresses the SGLT transporter while on medication?
What type of transporter uses the gradient from Na-K ATPase to move molecules against their gradient?
What type of transporter uses the gradient from Na-K ATPase to move molecules against their gradient?
