Search for dissertations about: "ATP-regulated potassium channels"
Found 2 swedish dissertations containing the words ATP-regulated potassium channels.
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1. Studies of individual pancreatic -cells : Electrophysiological analysis of rhythmic behaviour and development of new techniques
Abstract : The insulin concentration in blood varies periodically, which is believed to prevent down-regulation of the hormone receptors. Loss of the regular insulin oscillations is considered to be an early sign of developing diabetes. READ MORE
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2. Metabolic signals and the ATP-sensitive potassium channel in the pancreatic beta-cell
Abstract : ATP-sensitive K+ (KATP) channels are widely distributed in a variety of tissues and cell types. KATP channels are comprised of two subunits, a pore forming subunit (Kir6.x) and a regulatory sulfonylurea receptor (SURx). Both subunits are required for fully functional channels. READ MORE