SLC6A7 is a member of the gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) neurotransmitter gene family and encodes a high-affinity mammalian brain L-proline transporter protein. This transporter protein differs from other sodium-dependent plasma membrane carriers by its pharmacological specificity, kinetic properties, and ionic requirements. [provided by RefSeq]. Sequence Note: This RefSeq record was created from transcript and genomic sequence data because no single transcript matching the genomic sequence was available for the full length of the gene. The extent of this transcript is supported by transcript alignments.
Function: Terminates the action of proline by its high affinity sodium-dependent reuptake into presynaptic terminals.