Which of the following types of amino acid transporters is responsible for the uptake of neutral amino acids into cells?

A Sodium-coupled neutral amino acid transporter ✓
B Proton-coupled cationic amino acid transporter
C Potassium-coupled anionic amino acid transporter
D Chloride-coupled neutral amino acid transporter

Explanation

Sodium-coupled neutral amino acid transporters are responsible for the uptake of neutral amino acids into cells, using the sodium gradient as a driving force.

Source

Nelson et al., Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry
Protein Metabolism Biochemistry Amino Acid Transport Hard MEDICAL Confidence: high