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ion channel

noun

Definition of ION CHANNEL

:  a cell membrane channel that is selectively permeable to certain ions (as of calcium or sodium)
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First Known Use of ION CHANNEL

1985
Medical Dictionary

ion channel

noun

Medical Definition of ION CHANNEL

:  a cell membrane channel that is selectively permeable to certain ions (as of calcium or sodium)

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