The role of ion channels in the vital functions of the cell

Abstract

The cell ion channels are complex protein structures with molecular systems of opening, closing, selectivity, inactivation and regulation. The purpose of this review is to generalize and systematize literature data on the structural and functional characteristics of ion channels and methods for studying their activity. Violations of their activity can lead to a change in the functioning of the cell and the whole organism as a whole, therefore, further study of the structural and physiological characteristics of ion channels is promising and relevant.