What are thermosensation and TRP channels?

Thermosensation is the sensing of temperature changes by organisms in response to external or internal stimuli. It plays an important role in regulating body temperature and perceiving environmental temperature fluctuations. TRP (transient receptor potential) channels are a group of membrane proteins present in sensory neurons and other cell types that are involved in thermosensation. They act as ion channels and are activated by changes in temperature. TRP channels can be responsible for sensing both hot and cold temperatures and play a crucial role in the body's ability to maintain thermal homeostasis. Dysfunction or mutations in TRP channels can lead to temperature sensitivity disorders and other physiological abnormalities.

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