Sodium-Phosphate Cotransporter

The Sodium-Phosphate Cotransporter is a protein found in kidney cells that helps regulate levels of phosphate, a vital mineral for energy production and bone health. It works by simultaneously moving sodium ions and phosphate molecules from the urine side into the cells, utilizing the sodium gradient created by other transporters. This process allows the body to efficiently reabsorb phosphate from the urine back into the bloodstream, maintaining balanced mineral levels essential for overall health and proper functioning of bones, muscles, and other tissues.