1,25-Dihydroxy vitamin D3 stimulates system A amino acid transport in primary human trophoblast cells

In conclusion, 1,25-dihydroxy vitamin D3 regulates System A activity through increased mRNA expression of SNAT2 transporters. Effects on placental amino acid transport may be the mechanism underlying the association between maternal vitamin D status and fetal growth.
Source: Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research