DHA inhibits the Orai1 channel (IMAGE)

Toho University

DHA inhibits the Orai1 channel

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DHA has previously been shown to inhibit voltage-dependent Ca2+ channels (VDCCs). The research group found a new pharmacological action of DHA to inhibit the Orai1 channel, which is one of store-operated Ca2+ channels (SOCCs). 

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Dr. Keisuke Obara

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