The CFTR protein is involved in regulation of chloride and fluid transport across the cell membrane and in thin mucus development.The mutation in this CFTR protein may cause hindrance in these functions.
Further Explanation:
<u>The cystic fibrosis</u> transmembrane conductance regulator is the protein transcribed by the CFTR gene which acts as the channel protein across the cell membrane which is involved in the production of tears, sweat, saliva and digestive enzyme.
This channel is plays key role in the transport of the <u>negatively charged particles known as chloride ions inside and outside of the cell</u>. This transport regulates the water movement in the tissues and is also required for production of freely flowing, thin mucus. Mucus is little slippery substance which protects and lubricates the airways lining, digestive system and reproductive system.
The CFTR protein also controls other channels function like the one which is involved in the transport of positively charged particle such as sodium ions across the cell membrane.
Cystic fibrosis is caused because of mutation of CFTR gene which may cause either lack of formation of CFTR or malformed CFTR formation. In an individual there are two copies of CFTR gene and for that person to develop CFTR there has to be mutation in both the genes present
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Answer Details:
Grade: College Biology
Subject: Biology
Chapter: Diseases
Keywords:
Cystic fibrosis, transmembrane, conductance regulator, protein, CFTR gene, channel protein, cell membrane, digestive enzyme, negatively charged particles, chloride ions , mucus, reproductive system, mutation.