ADH-induced water permeability: what role for the microtubular network?

Comp Biochem Physiol A Comp Physiol. 1988;90(4):669-72. doi: 10.1016/0300-9629(88)90682-2.

Abstract

1. ADH-induced intramembrane particle aggregates in the apical membrane of the epithelial cells are specifically related to water permeability in the epithelium. 2. Colchicine and nocadozole (both of which bind to tubulin) inhibit ADH-induced osmotic water flow in the amphibian bladder. 3. Microtubules may be involved in the translocation of the aggrephores prior to their insertion into the plasma membrane.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Anura
  • Cell Membrane Permeability*
  • Microtubules / physiology*
  • Vasopressins / physiology*
  • Water / metabolism*

Substances

  • Water
  • Vasopressins