Electrophysiology studies electrical properties and activity of biological cells and tissues. Recording membrane potential or current can connect ion transport to neural signaling, muscle activation and other functions. A measured voltage and the underlying ionic conductance are related but distinct quantities.
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Electrophysiology is a branch of physiology that studies the electrical properties of biological cells and tissues. It primarily focuses on how cells generate and respond to electrical signals, which are crucial for various physiological processes, including the functioning of the nervous system and the heart. Key aspects of electrophysiology include: 1. **Membrane Potential**: Electrophysiologists investigate how the differences in ion concentrations inside and outside cells produce a membrane potential, which is critical for the initiation and propagation of electrical signals.