sarcolemmal
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- adjective
- /ˌsɑr.kəˈlɛm.əl/
- Specialized
- The sarcolemmal membrane plays a crucial role in maintaining the health of muscle fibers.
Examples
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As a purported agent capable of strengthening sarcolemmal integrity and blunting proteolysis, HMB appears to exert its maximum effects during damaging and catabolic states induced by factors such as exercise, negative energy balance, and cancer.
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This may occur secondary to a number of processes including ATP depletion and increased intracellular sodium concentration, and direct sarcolemmal injury.
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According to the CSH, a damaged muscle cell may lack the capacity to produce adequate amounts of cholesterol needed for various cellular functions, including the maintenance of sarcolemmal integrity 31.
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Loss of membrane and sarcolemmal integrity precipitates abnormal influx and efflux of ions that disrupt cellular function (Saad, 2005).
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Damage to the sarcolemmal structure can lead to impaired muscle function and strength.
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Researchers found that enhanced sarcolemmal stability helps in muscle recovery after injury.
Synonyms
Relating to the thin outer layer that surrounds a muscle cell
Of or relating to the thin layer around a muscle cell
Surface Forms
Morphology
sarcolemmal = sarcolemma (semi-transparent) = sarco + lemma + al
The adjective is formed by the regular addition of -al to the noun sarcolemma.
Etymology
The word sarcolemmal comes from the parts sarco- ('flesh') and -lemma ('covering'). So, sarcolemmal means the thin membrane that acts like the 'skin' around a muscle fiber.