Term Name: | I(KACh) inward rectifier potassium channel complex |
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Synonyms: | GIRK1-GIRK4 G protein-coupled atrial inward rectifier potassium channel complex, Kir3.1-Kir3.4 G protein-coupled atrial inward rectifier potassium channel complex, muscarinic potassium channel complex |
Definition: | An inward rectifier potassium channel complex expressed in cardiac muscle, specifically the sinoatrial node and atria, where it controls the heart rate, via regulation by G protein-coupled receptor signaling. In mammals it is composed of GIRK1 (or Kir3.1) and GIRK4 (or Kir3.4) subunits. |
Ontology: | GO: Cellular Component [GO:1990566] QuickGO AmiGO |