Review

Electrophysiology of pancreatic beta cells: a comprehensive review of ion channel function, electrical activity, and secretory mechanisms

Volume: 6 Number: 3 September 30, 2025
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Electrophysiology of pancreatic beta cells: a comprehensive review of ion channel function, electrical activity, and secretory mechanisms

Abstract

Pancreatic β-cells play a crucial role in maintaining glucose homeostasis through the regulation of insulin secre- tion. The electrophysiological properties of these cells, including ion channel function, electrical activity, and secretory mechanisms, are essential for their proper physiological function. In this comprehensive review, we provide an in-depth analysis of the electrophysiology of pancreatic β-cells. We discuss the various ion channels involved in the generation and modulation of electrical signals, such as voltage-gated ion channels, ATP-sensitive and delayed rectifier potassium ion channels, calcium ion channels, chloride channels and transient receptor poten- tial channels. Additionally, we examine the intricate interplay between intracellular calcium dynamics and insulin release. Furthermore, we explore the physiological and pathological factors that influence the electrophysiology of β-cells. A comprehensive understanding of the electrophysiological mechanisms governing pancreatic beta cell function is crucial for elucidating the pathogenesis of diabetes mellitus and developing novel therapeutic strategies.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Endocrinology, Pathology

Journal Section

Review

Publication Date

September 30, 2025

Submission Date

July 26, 2025

Acceptance Date

September 17, 2025

Published in Issue

Year 2025 Volume: 6 Number: 3

APA
Oruç, A., Oruç, K. Y., Cin, S., & Seymen, H. O. (2025). Electrophysiology of pancreatic beta cells: a comprehensive review of ion channel function, electrical activity, and secretory mechanisms. Troia Medical Journal, 6(3), 83-96. https://doi.org/10.55665/troiamedj.1751695
AMA
1.Oruç A, Oruç KY, Cin S, Seymen HO. Electrophysiology of pancreatic beta cells: a comprehensive review of ion channel function, electrical activity, and secretory mechanisms. Troia Med J. 2025;6(3):83-96. doi:10.55665/troiamedj.1751695
Chicago
Oruç, Aykut, Kadriye Yağmur Oruç, Semih Cin, and Hakkı Oktay Seymen. 2025. “Electrophysiology of Pancreatic Beta Cells: A Comprehensive Review of Ion Channel Function, Electrical Activity, and Secretory Mechanisms”. Troia Medical Journal 6 (3): 83-96. https://doi.org/10.55665/troiamedj.1751695.
EndNote
Oruç A, Oruç KY, Cin S, Seymen HO (September 1, 2025) Electrophysiology of pancreatic beta cells: a comprehensive review of ion channel function, electrical activity, and secretory mechanisms. Troia Medical Journal 6 3 83–96.
IEEE
[1]A. Oruç, K. Y. Oruç, S. Cin, and H. O. Seymen, “Electrophysiology of pancreatic beta cells: a comprehensive review of ion channel function, electrical activity, and secretory mechanisms”, Troia Med J, vol. 6, no. 3, pp. 83–96, Sept. 2025, doi: 10.55665/troiamedj.1751695.
ISNAD
Oruç, Aykut - Oruç, Kadriye Yağmur - Cin, Semih - Seymen, Hakkı Oktay. “Electrophysiology of Pancreatic Beta Cells: A Comprehensive Review of Ion Channel Function, Electrical Activity, and Secretory Mechanisms”. Troia Medical Journal 6/3 (September 1, 2025): 83-96. https://doi.org/10.55665/troiamedj.1751695.
JAMA
1.Oruç A, Oruç KY, Cin S, Seymen HO. Electrophysiology of pancreatic beta cells: a comprehensive review of ion channel function, electrical activity, and secretory mechanisms. Troia Med J. 2025;6:83–96.
MLA
Oruç, Aykut, et al. “Electrophysiology of Pancreatic Beta Cells: A Comprehensive Review of Ion Channel Function, Electrical Activity, and Secretory Mechanisms”. Troia Medical Journal, vol. 6, no. 3, Sept. 2025, pp. 83-96, doi:10.55665/troiamedj.1751695.
Vancouver
1.Aykut Oruç, Kadriye Yağmur Oruç, Semih Cin, Hakkı Oktay Seymen. Electrophysiology of pancreatic beta cells: a comprehensive review of ion channel function, electrical activity, and secretory mechanisms. Troia Med J. 2025 Sep. 1;6(3):83-96. doi:10.55665/troiamedj.1751695