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Aquaporin Regulation

Meaning

Aquaporin Regulation describes the dynamic control over the function, density, and localization of aquaporin channels within cellular membranes. Aquaporins are integral membrane proteins that form pores, facilitating the rapid, passive transport of water molecules across cell membranes in response to osmotic gradients. Proper regulation of these channels is critical for maintaining cellular volume, managing fluid balance across epithelial barriers, and ensuring tissue hydration. Dysregulation is implicated in conditions ranging from kidney disorders to skin dehydration and cerebral edema.