Calcium ions are tiny, electrically charged particles that are formed when calcium atoms lose or gain electrons. They play a vital role in many important functions in our bodies, such as muscle contractions, nervous system communication, and bone health.
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- The nerve cell's activity was measured via concentration of calcium ion in the cell, and the team analyzed the changes in calcium concentration using a mathematical model. (sciencedaily.com)
- These events are directed by specialized proteins called ion channels that allow the flow of calcium ions in and out of cells and among cell compartments. (sciencedaily.com)
- Using near - infrared light, researchers have shown they can selectively activate an immune response by controlling the flow of calcium ions into the cell. (sciencedaily.com)
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