excitation contraction coupling

Preferred Label : excitation contraction coupling;

MeSH definition : A process fundamental to muscle physiology whereby an electrical stimulus or action potential triggers a myocyte to depolarize and contract. This mechanical muscle contraction response is regulated by entry of calcium ions into the cell.;

MeSH synonym : contraction couplings, excitation; couplings, excitation contraction; contraction coupling, excitation; coupling, excitation contraction; excitation contraction couplings;

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Origin ID

D056966;

UMLS CUI

C2717948;

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- excitation contraction coupling [MeSH concept]
Semantic type(s)
- Physiologic Function [UMLS semantic type]

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