TRPM5

Transient receptor potential cation channel subfamily M member 5 (TRPM5), also known as long transient receptor potential channel 5 is a is_associated_with::protein that in humans is encoded by the TRPM5 is_associated_with::gene.

Function
TRPM5 is a key component of is_associated_with::taste transduction in the is_associated_with::gustatory system of bitter, is_associated_with::sweet and is_associated_with::umami tastes being activated by high levels of intracellular calcium. It has also been targeted as a possible contributor to fat is_associated_with::taste signaling. The calcium dependent opening of TRPM5 produces a depolarizing generator potential which leads to an is_associated_with::action potential.