Ion Channels Can Be Involved in Cell Signaling Because

question 54

Multiple Choice

Ion channels can be involved in cell signaling because:

• A)they interact with G proteins.
• B)they lead to receptor phosphorylation.
• C)their signal is amplified in the cell by a series of phosphorylation events.
• D)they receive signals from other cells and lead to a cellular response.
• E)Ion channels are not involved in cell signaling.

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