Disorders of the calcium-sensing receptor.

doi:10.1016/s0167-4889(98)00140-2

Back to search

Article

Disorders of the calcium-sensing receptor.

Biochimica et biophysica acta - 10 Dec 1998

Thakker R V

Abstract excerpt

The human calcium-sensing receptor (CaSR) is a 1078-amino-acid cell surface protein which is expressed in the parathyroids, thyroid cells and the kidney, and is a member of the family of G protein-coupled receptors. The CaSR allows regulation of parathyroid hormone (PTH) secretion and renal tubul...

Topics

Calcium
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Child
Contraindications
Homeostasis
Humans
Hyperparathyroidism
Hypocalcemia
Infant, Newborn
Mutation
Receptors, Calcium-Sensing
Receptors, Cell Surface
Vitamin D

Community interpretation

Discuss the evidence

Ask a question, add context or challenge an interpretation. Community activity is separate from scientific evidence strength.

discussions

replies

Citations encouraged

Claims remain attributable.

No discussion yet

Be the first to add a careful, cited interpretation.