Calcium Homeostasis in Multiple Sclerosis

Abstract

Calcium is the signal molecule crucial for almost all cellular processes. Disturbances in calcium homeostasis are responsible for a variety of pathological conditions. This review article summarizes recent findings on the influence of calcium in multiple sclerosis.

Key words

pathology - immune cells - blood-brain barrier - central nervous system - store-operated calcium entry

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