Concept information
Preferred term
cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator
Type
-
Chemical
Definition
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A chloride channel that regulates secretion in many exocrine tissues. Abnormalities in the CFTR gene have been shown to cause cystic fibrosis.
Source: Medical Subject Headings 2018
Type: Concept definition
Broader concept
Synonyms
- CFTR protein
In other languages
URI
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/316937
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