Which primary neuronal glutamate transporter has a postsynaptic instead of a presynaptic localization?
A) EAAT1
B) EAAT2
C) EAAT3
D) EAAT5

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EAAT3, also known as the excitatory amino acid carrier 1 (EAAC1), is unique among the five primary neuronal glutamate transporters in that it is primarily expressed postsynaptically, rather than presynaptically like the other four transporters.

Which Primary Neuronal Glutamate Transporter Has a Postsynaptic Instead of a Presynaptic