Mesh term Receptors, Gastrointestinal Hormone
Browse to parent terms:Receptors, Peptide
Description
Cell surface proteins that bind gastrointestinal hormones with high affinity and trigger intracellular changes influencing the behavior of cells. Most gastrointestinal hormones also act as neurotransmitters so these receptors are also present in the central and peripheral nervous systems.Browse to child terms:
Glucagon-Like Peptide Receptors
Receptor, Epidermal Growth Factor
Receptors, Cholecystokinin
Receptors, Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide
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