), or âsodium pumpâ was first identified by Skou on the crab nerve in 1957 [].Besides its transportation of ions, in the late 1990s, Dr. Zijian Xie and our research group discovered a scaffolding and signaling function for the Na/K-ATPase, where the Na/K-ATPase/Src complex acts as a unique receptor for cardiotonic steroids (CTS). Kaji D, Thomas K. This review summarizes the evidence for the defect in Na+-K+ pump in chronic renal failure, considers the role of various factors in causing this defect, and discusses the clinical implications thereof. Powered by ATP, the pump moves sodium and potassium ions in opposite directions, each against its concentration gradient. The Na/K-ATPase enzyme (EC 3.6.3.9. Discovery of the sodium- potassium pump in the 1950s by a Danish scientist, Jens Christian Skou, marked an important step forward in our understanding of how ions enter and leave cells. The sodium/potassium ATPase pump is essential to many physiological processes, and so targeting it with medication can be useful clinically. Always remember to consume sodium and potassium in moderation to prevent stressing out your kidneys. 1. Na+-K+ pump in chronic renal failure. The sodium-potassium pump regulates extracellular potassium levels by pumping sodium out of cells and allowing potassium to flow back into cells. Author information: (1)Department of Internal Medicine, Vejle Hospital, Denmark. Swearing off salt doesnât mean sacrificing flavor. The sodiumâpotassium pump is found in many cell (plasma) membranes. Introduction. Ravn HB(1), Dørup I. Am J Physiol. Acting on the distal tubules, the hormone aldosterone triggers potassium excretion and resorption of sodium. Thus, Addison disease affects the balance of water, sodium, and potassium in the body, as well as the bodyâs ability to control blood pressure and react to stress. 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