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SLC6A4

Gene Overview SLC6A4 (Serotonin Transporter Gene) The SLC6A4 gene carries the blueprint for the serotonin transporter protein, a molecular gatekeeper that regulates how long serotonin remains active in the spaces between nerve cells. By controlling serotonin reuptake, this protein shapes the rhythm of mood, emotional resilience, and appetite signaling throughout the body.  (SLC6A4 influences tendencies but does … Continue reading

April 28, 2026
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