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The role of TASK-1 and TRPV1 channels in the male reproductive system

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    한국동물생명공학회(구 한국동물번식학회) 바로가기
  • 간행물
    Journal of Animal Reproduction and Biotechnology 바로가기
  • 통권
    Volume. 39 No. 4 (2024.12)바로가기
  • 페이지
    pp.305-312
  • 저자
    Dawon Kang, Eun-A Ko
  • 언어
    영어(ENG)
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    https://www.earticle.net/Article/A462476

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The mammalian testis is a highly organized organ essential for male reproduction. Its structure comprises seminiferous tubules lined with Sertoli cells, which support spermatogenesis, surrounded by peritubular myoid cells. Within the connective tissue framework lie the Leydig cells, which synthesize testosterone in response to luteinizing hormone. Research has highlighted the importance of various ion channels and proteins in testicular function. The TWINK-related acid-sensitive potassium channel 1 (TASK-1), a two-pore channel, is vital for several physiological functions in the testis. Furthermore, Leydig cells uniquely express several key proteins, including c-kit, and platelet-derived growth factor receptor α. The co-expression of these proteins, including TASK-1, in Leydig cells suggest the presence of complex regulatory mechanisms critical for modulating testosterone production, release, and overall testicular function. Transient receptor potential vanilloid-1 (TRPV1), a member of the transient receptor potential channel family, also plays a crucial role in testicular function, influencing processes such as sensory function, steroidogenesis, and sperm function. Hormonal fluctuations and aging affect both the presence and function of TRPV1. This channel is thought to contribute programmed cell death within the testes, particularly impacting Leydig cell survival. Notably, testosterone appears to counteract these detrimental effects by downregulating TRPV1 expression, indicating a complex interplay between TRPV1, testosterone, and overall testicular function. Therefore, we aim to discuss the critical role of ion channels, specifically focusing on TASK-1 and TRPV1 channels, in the physiological and pathophysiological functions of testicular cells.

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ABSTRACT
NTRODUCTION
THE ROLE OF TASK-1
THE ROLE OF TRPV1 CHANNELS
FUTURE PERSPECTIVE
REFERENCES

저자

  • Dawon Kang [ Department of Physiology, College of Medicine and Institute of Health Science, Gyeongsang National University ]
  • Eun-A Ko [ Department of Physiology, College of Medicine, Jeju National University, Jeju 63243, Korea ] Corresponding Author

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  • 발행기관명
    한국동물생명공학회(구 한국동물번식학회) [The Korean Society of Animal Reproduction and Biotechnology]
  • 설립연도
    1976
  • 분야
    농수해양>축산학
  • 소개
    동물번식생리학, 동물생명공학, 수의학, 인공수정 및 수정란이식을 이용한 동물개량에 관한 이론과 기술의 발전을 통해 학계, 연구계, 산업계 및 양축가 상호간의 협력을 도모함으로써 동물과학발전 및 사회일반의 이익에 기여 한다는 목적을 위해 노력해 나가겠습니다.

간행물

  • 간행물명
    Journal of Animal Reproduction and Biotechnology
  • 간기
    계간
  • pISSN
    2671-4639
  • eISSN
    2671-4663
  • 수록기간
    2019~2026
  • 십진분류
    KDC 527 DDC 636

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