In the sodium-calcium exchanger (NCX), the ratio of Na+ : Ca++ exchange per event is:
Correct Answer: 3:01
Description: NCX (sodium and calcium exchanger) is present in the myocardial fiber. It exchanges 3 Na+ with 1 Ca++. That is, 3 sodium ions are moved out of the cell for every 1 calcium ion brought in (L type Ca channels).
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