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Striated Muscle Contraction

Proteins (6)

ProteinSynonymsTaxonomy
VimentinHomo sapiens (human)
NebulinHomo sapiens (human)
DystrophinHomo sapiens (human)
DesminHomo sapiens (human)
TitinEC 2.7.11.1; Connectin; Rhabdomyosarcoma antigen MU-RMS-40.14Homo sapiens (human)
TelethoninTitin cap proteinHomo sapiens (human)

Compounds (4)

CompoundDescription
CalciumA basic element found in nearly all tissues. It is a member of the alkaline earth family of metals with the atomic symbol Ca, atomic number 20, and atomic weight 40. Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body and combines with phosphorus to form calcium phosphate in the bones and teeth. It is essential for the normal functioning of nerves and muscles and plays a role in blood coagulation (as factor IV) and in many enzymatic processes.
Orthophosphate
adenosine diphosphateAdenosine 5'-(trihydrogen diphosphate). An adenine nucleotide containing two phosphate groups esterified to the sugar moiety at the 5'-position.
adenosine triphosphateAn adenine nucleotide containing three phosphate groups esterified to the sugar moiety. In addition to its crucial roles in metabolism adenosine triphosphate is a neurotransmitter.