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Voltage clamp
Definition:
An electrophysiological technique in which the voltage of a cell membrane is controlled experimentally, and the current passing across the membrane is measured.

Related glossary terms/phrases:
Current clamp

See also:
Neuronal Action Potential - Pharmacological Inhibition of Na+ and K+ Channels






Posted: Sunday, March 2, 2014
Last updated: Sunday, March 2, 2014
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