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Synaptotagmin II  

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Definition

  • A vesicular transport protein that was originally characterized as an inositol polyphosphate binding protein. Synaptotagmin II helps regulate EXOCYTOSIS of SYNAPTIC VESICLES and appears to serve as a calcium sensor to trigger NEUROTRANSMITTER release. It also acts as a nerve cell receptor for certain BOTULINUM TOXINS.

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  • Synaptotagmin 2

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-JL0KMRDT-7

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