Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
10802859 Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) - Molecular Cell Research 2011 8 Pages PDF
Abstract
►Astrocytes can exocytotically release the gliotransmitter glutamate. ►Various Ca2+ sources contribute to cytosolic Ca2+ dynamics that can drive exocytosis. ►The ER is the main source of Ca2+. ►There is also some Ca2+ entry from the extracellular space. ►Cytosolic Ca2+ levels can be modulated by mitochondria.
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