What Does ANT Stand For?
ANT stands for Adenine Nucleotide Translocator
ANT, or Adenine Nucleotide Translocator, is a pivotal protein that facilitates the exchange of adenine nucleotides across the mitochondrial inner membrane. It plays a critical role in cellular energy metabolism by transporting ADP into the mitochondria in exchange for ATP, thereby supporting ATP synthesis during oxidative phosphorylation. ANT is essential for maintaining cellular energy balance and is involved in various metabolic pathways. Its dysfunction can lead to metabolic disorders and is a focal point of research in mitochondrial biology.
Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 16th June 2025 | Edit Acronym