Table 2

Changes in the fast time constant (τ1) of IK5000deactivating current indced by cadmium

Test Pulse Potential (mV)Change in τ1(msec)2-a,2-b
Control (Normal Tyrode)Cadmium 0.1 mMWashout (Normal Tyrode)
0389  ± 191255  ± 1112-c 443  ± 166
+20346  ± 119224  ± 752-c 324  ± 101
+40338  ± 126236  ± 722-c 358  ± 123
  • 2-a Mean ± S.D.

  • 2-b n = eight cells.

  • 2-c P < .05 vs. baseline.