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KCNU1

Potassium channel subfamily U member 1 is a protein in humans that is encoded by KCNU1 gene. Testis-specific potassium channel activated by both intracellular pH and membrane voltage that mediates export of K(+). May represent the primary spermatozoan K(+) current. In contrast to KCNMA1/SLO1, it is not activated by Ca(2+) or Mg(2+). Critical for fertility. May play an important role in sperm osmoregulation required for the acquisition of normal morphology and motility when faced with osmotic challenges, such as those experienced after mixing with seminal fluid and entry into the vagina.

KCNU1 Proteins

KCNU1 Proteins for Homo sapiens (Human)

KCNU1 Proteins for Mus musculus (Mouse)

KCNU1 Proteins for Macaca fascicularis (Crab-eating macaque) (Cynomolgus monkey)