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membrane potential [′mem‚brān pə‚ten·chəl] (physiology) A potential difference across a living cell membrane. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| 2+]-dependent production of superoxide, intracellular acidification, and a decrease in the mitochondrial membrane potential at the early stages of apoptosis. 1 volt (the equivalent of 200,000 volts per inch), the membrane potential acts as an electrical barrier against the outward and inward flow of signals. Now scientists in drug discovery and oncology research have four new options for assessing cellular function including mitochondrial membrane potential, cellular proliferation, and activation of caspase 3/7 or 8 enzymes, announced Guava Technologies today. |
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