Trpm6 Protein is an important component in the neurobiology of neurodegenerative diseases. This page provides detailed information about its structure, function, and role in disease processes.
TRPM6 is a magnesium-permeable channel with an alpha-kinase domain. It is essential for intestinal magnesium absorption and renal magnesium reabsorption.
TRPM6 Protein is encoded by the TRPM6 gene. It is a Transient receptor potential melastatin 6. The UniProt ID is Q9BX63.
- Molecular Weight: 230 kDa
- Localization: Plasma membrane, Intestine
- PDB Structures: None determined
TRPM6 is a magnesium-permeable channel with an alpha-kinase domain. It is essential for intestinal magnesium absorption and renal magnesium reabsorption.
The protein is expressed in Plasma membrane, Intestine and plays important roles in cellular physiology.
TRPM6 mutations cause familial hypomagnesemia with secondary hypocalcemia (HSH). TRPM6 dysfunction is implicated in cardiovascular disease.
TRPM6 activators are being investigated for hypomagnesemia treatment.
The study of Trpm6 Protein has evolved significantly over the past decades. Research in this area has revealed important insights into the underlying mechanisms of neurodegeneration and continues to drive therapeutic development.
Historical context and key discoveries in this field have shaped our current understanding and will continue to guide future research directions.
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- Therapeutic targets in neurodegeneration: Winklhofer KF, Haass C. Nat Rev Neurol. 2010;6(9):463-477. PMID:20740084
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