What is another word for cystic fibrosis transport regulator?
Pronunciation: [sˈɪstɪk fɪbɹˈə͡ʊsɪs tɹˈanspɔːt ɹˈɛɡjuːlˌe͡ɪtə] (IPA) 
There are several synonyms for the term "cystic fibrosis transport regulator." One such synonym is "cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator" or CFTR. The CFTR gene encodes a protein that regulates chloride ion movement across cell membranes. When the CFTR protein is not functioning correctly, as is the case in cystic fibrosis, there is a buildup of thick, sticky mucus in the lungs and other organs. Other synonyms for cystic fibrosis transport regulator include "chloride channel protein 7" and "epithelial chloride channel." These terms all refer to the same protein that plays a critical role in the pathophysiology of cystic fibrosis.
