NCIt synonyms : DRA; CLD; Solute Carrier Family 26, Member 3 wt Allele;
NCIt definition : Human SLC26A3 wild-type allele is located within 7q31and is approximately 38 kb in
length. This allele, which encodes chloride anion exchanger protein, plays a role
in the mediation of electrolyte and fluid absorption. Defects in the SLC26A3 gene
produce variant alleles that are the cause of congenital chloride diarrhea (CLD).;