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Sarcoplasmic reticulum

sarcoplasmic reticulum

The special type of smooth endoplasmic reticulum found in smooth and striated muscle fibers whose function is to store and release calcium ions.

The sarcoplasmic reticulum releases calcium ions during muscle contraction and absorb them during relaxation.


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