We tested the postulate that the renal density of the thiazide-inhibitable Na-Cl cotransporter or thiazide receptor (TZR) is modulated as part of the renal homeostatic response to changes in dietary intake of NaCl or KCl. Renal excretion of NaCl or KCl varied >10-fold in response to alterations in oral intake. Renal TZR density was quantitated by binding of [3H]metolazone to renal membranes. Re...

This study aims to determine the effect of nanocrystalline cellulose and potassium chloride (KCl) bioplastics from avocado seed starch glycerol as plasticizer. In this study, nanocrystal obtained palm fruit fiber was hydrolyzed using sulfuric acid (H2SO4) at a concentration 50%. The used in extraction process. On producing bioplastic, casting method with addition filler 1%, 2%, 3%, 4% (%w), KCl...

Potassium chloride (KCl)-induced stress has been predominantly tested on higher crops such as cotton, rice, and wheat. What open agriculture needs now is the extended understanding of possible contributions detrimental effects KCl dynamics to tomato this one major consumed worldwide. In study, impacts three Philippine (Solanum lycopersicum) genotypes namely, Perlas, Diamante Max F1, Mica, in se...

BACKGROUND Wound healing is an interaction of a complex signaling cascade of cellular events, including inflammation, proliferation, and maturation. K(+) channels modulate the mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) signaling pathway. Here, we investigated whether K(+) channel-activated MAPK signaling directs collagen synthesis and angiogenesis in wound healing. METHODS The human skin fibrobl...