Which organisms have TRP channels?

TRP (Transient Receptor Potential) channels are a diverse group of ion channels found in various organisms across the biological kingdom. These channels are involved in various sensory processes, including vision, hearing, taste, and touch, as well as in regulating important physiological functions such as temperature and pain sensing. TRP channels have been identified in a wide range of organisms, from simple unicellular bacteria to complex multicellular organisms like humans. They are present in animals, including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish, as well as invertebrates such as insects, worms, and mollusks. Some TRP channels have also been found in plants and even in single-celled organisms like yeast and bacteria, suggesting their fundamental role in cellular and organismal signaling mechanisms across the evolutionary spectrum.

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