CatSper4, is a protein which in humans is encoded by the ''CATSPER4'' gene. CatSper1 is a member of the

cation channels of sperm The cation channels of sperm also known as Catsper channels or CatSper, are ion channels that are related to the two-pore channels and distantly related to TRP channels. The four members of this family form voltage-gated Ca2+ channels that ...

family of protein. The four proteins in this family together form a Ca²⁺-permeant

ion channel Ion channels are pore-forming membrane proteins that allow ions to pass through the channel pore. Their functions include establishing a resting membrane potential, shaping action potentials and other electrical signals by gating the flow of io ...

specific essential for the correct function of sperm cells.*

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