TMEM16A and TMEM16B channel proteins generate Ca2+-activated Cl- current and regulate melatonin secretion in rat pineal glands [Cell Biology]

In conclusion, pineal ClCa channels are composed of TMEM16A and TMEM16B subunits, and these fluxes regulate melatonin secretion in pineal glands.

Source: Journal of Biological Chemistry - January 19, 2018 Category: Chemistry Authors: Hisao Yamamura, Kaori Nishimura, Yumiko Hagihara, Yoshiaki Suzuki, Yuji Imaizumi Tags: Membrane Biology Source Type: research