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SLC23A2
Vitamin C Transporter SVCT2
Methylation Cycle Chr. 20 1 SNP analyzed

About this gene

SVCT2 - vitamin C transporter in various tissues.

Analyzed variants (SNPs)

rs6139591 SLC23A2 (SVCT2) Population frequency: 30.0% Chr. 20 : 4,891,962
Genotype Impact What it means
CC (Normal) Normal Normal SVCT2 vitamin C transport into tissues. Maintain daily vitamin C foods (peppers, citrus, kiwi, broccoli).
CT (Carrier) Low impact Slightly reduced tissue vitamin C transport. Eat vitamin C-rich foods through the day; combines with SLC23A1 for your overall vitamin C status.
TT (Variant) Low impact Lower tissue vitamin C uptake, higher vitamin C needs. Prioritise vitamin C-rich foods spread across the day; a modest supplement may help, especially under stress or if you smoke.

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