ANT-1 AS DRUG TARGET

摘要

The present invention refers to the use of adenine nucleotide translocase-1 (ANT-1), a central component of the permeability transition pore in mitochondria, as a drug target, particularly for the treatment of dilated cardiomyopathy. Further, an assay for the detection of pharmacologically active substances is disclosed which inhibit ANT-1 activity. In addition, ANT-1 expression is claimed as a diagnostic marker for dilated cardiomyopathy.