Connexin Hemichannels in Astrocytes: Role in CNS Disorders.

Volume: 12, Pages: 23
Published: Feb 6, 2019
Abstract
In the central nervous system (CNS), astrocytes form networks interconnected by gap junctions made from connexins of the subtypes Cx30 and Cx43. When unopposed by an adjoining hemichannel, astrocytic connexins can act as hemichannels to control the release of small molecules such as ATP and glutamate into the extracellular space. Accruing evidence indicates that astrocytic connexins are crucial for the coordination and maintenance of physiologic...
Paper Details
Title
Connexin Hemichannels in Astrocytes: Role in CNS Disorders.
Published Date
Feb 6, 2019
Volume
12
Pages
23
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