Which of the following describes the role of Calsequestrin?
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Correct answer: It is a calcium-binding protein in the SR.
Calsequestrin is a high-capacity, low-affinity calcium-binding protein located inside the terminal cisternae. It allows the SR to store large amounts of calcium without the concentration becoming high enough to inhibit the SERCA pump.
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