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In animal cells the cytoplasmic free Ca2+ concentration is mainly regulated by opening and closing plasma membrane located Ca2+ channels. These Ca2+ channels are identified by specific binding of Ca2+ antagonists (i.e. diltiazem, nifedipine, verapamil) which are known to block Ca2+-influx.
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Andrejauskas, E., Hertel, R., Marmé, D. (1986). A Calcium Antagonist Binding Site in Plants. In: Trewavas, A.J. (eds) Molecular and Cellular Aspects of Calcium in Plant Development. NATO ASI Series, vol 104. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4613-2177-4_88
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