Contribution of kv7.4/kv7.5 heteromers to intrinsic and calcitonin gene-related Peptide-induced cerebral reactivity
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Middle cerebral artery (MCA) diameter is regulated by inherent myogenic activity and the effect of potent vasodilators such as calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP). Previous studies showed that MCAs express KCNQ1, 4, and 5 potassium channel genes, and the expression products (Kv7 channels) participate in the myogenic control of MCA diameter. The present study investigated the contribution of Kv7.4 and Kv7.5 isoforms to myogenic and CGRP regulation of MCA diameter and determined whether they were affected in hypertensive animals.
Original language | English |
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Journal | Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biology |
Volume | 34 |
Issue number | 4 |
Pages (from-to) | 887-93 |
Number of pages | 7 |
ISSN | 1079-5642 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Apr 2014 |
ID: 104942948