KATP Channels

Synonyms

ATP Sensitive Potassium Channels

ATP-Sensitive Potassium Channels

Channels, ATP-Sensitive Potassium

Channels, KATP

Potassium Channels, ATP-Sensitive

Heteromultimers of Kir6 channels (the pore portion) and sulfonylurea receptor (the regulatory portion) which affect function of the HEART; PANCREATIC BETA CELLS; and KIDNEY COLLECTING DUCTS. KATP channel blockers include GLIBENCLAMIDE and mitiglinide whereas openers include CROMAKALIM and minoxidil sulfate.