Conformational changes in the lower palm domain of ASIC1a contribute to desensitization and RFamide modulation.

Acid-sensing ion channel 1a (ASIC1a) is a proton-gated cation channel that contributes to fear and pain as well as neuronal damage following persistent cerebral acidosis. Neuropeptides can affect acid-induced neuronal injury by altering ASIC1a inactivation and/or steady-state desensitization. Yet, e...

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Main Authors: Erin N Frey, Ryan E Pavlovicz, Clem John Wegman, Chenglong Li, Candice C Askwith
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2013-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC3743763?pdf=render