CSC1-like protein 2

UniProtKB accession:  Q5T3F8

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UniProtKB description:  Acts as an osmosensitive calcium-permeable cation channel (By similarity). Mechanosensitive ion channel that converts mechanical stimuli into a flow of ion (PubMed:37543036). Acts as an inner ear osmosensor, essential for normal hearing and survival of inner ear outer hair cells (OHCs). Mediates calcium-dependent regulatory volume decrease in OHCs which is necessary for their survival. Required for the maintenance of the morphological integrity of OHCs under hypotonic conditions. Mediates hypo-osmolarity-induced calcium influx, leading to activation of calcium-dependent potassium channels required for the maintenance of OHC morphology (By similarity).