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Differential expression of multidrug resistance protein 5 and phosphodiesterase 5 and regulation of cGMP levels in phasic and tonic smooth muscle.
American journal of physiology. Gastrointestinal and liver physiology - 15 Aug 2013
Al-Shboul Othman, Mahavadi Sunila, Sriwai Wimolpak, Grider John R, Murthy Karnam S
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Previous studies have identified differences in the expression of proteins that regulate myosin light chain phosphorylation and contraction in tonic and phasic smooth muscle. cGMP plays a critical role in smooth muscle relaxation and is important for optimal function of phasic and tonic smooth muscle. The intracellular cGMP levels are regulated by its hydrolysis via phosphodiesterase 5 (PDE5) and efflux via novel...
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