Structural and signaling proteins in the Z-disk and their role in cardiomyopathies
The sarcomere is the smallest functional unit of muscle contraction. It is delineated by a protein-rich structure known as the Z-disk, alternating with M-bands. The Z-disk anchors the actin-rich thin filaments and plays a crucial role in maintaining the mechanical stability of the cardiac muscle. A...
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Format: | Journal article |
Language: | English |
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Frontiers Media
2023
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