AQP1( Human )
aquaporin 1 (Colton blood group)
Alias
AQP-CHIP|CHIP28
This gene encodes a small integral membrane protein with six bilayer spanning domains that functions as a water channel protein. This protein permits passive transport of water along an osmotic gradient. This gene is a possible candidate for disorders involving imbalance in ocular fluid movement. [provided by RefSeq, Aug 2016].