Protein unc-80 homolog

UniProtKB accession:  Q8BLN6

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UniProtKB description:  Auxiliary subunit of the NALCN sodium channel complex (PubMed:32620897, PubMed:19092807, PubMed:21040849). The NALCN sodium channel complex is a voltage-gated ion channel responsible for the resting Na(+) permeability that controls neuronal excitability (PubMed:32620897). This complex is activated by neuropeptides substance P, neurotensin. In addition, the channel is inhibited by extracellular Ca(2+) through the Ca(2+)-sensing receptor. UNC80 is essential for NALCN sensitivity to extracellular calcium.