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Published on: March 11, 2021
[Adenine triphosphate-sensitive potassium channels: classification, structure and functions]
Abstract:
The review is dedicated to classification, structure and function of ATP-sensitive potassium channels. A general classification of K+ channels into families is based upon the primary amino acid sequence of the pore-forming subunits. The earliest classification of potassium channels was made according to the main mechanism of activation or opening of the channels. Activation of the voltage-sensitive channels is regulated by changes in the membrane potential, and of the ligand-sensitive channels by a number of ligands (calcium ions, ATP, neurotransmitters and G-protein).
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