Atrial natriuretic peptide receptor
Atrial Natriuretic Peptide Receptor (pronunciation: A-trial Na-tri-u-ret-ic Peptide Receptor) is a type of receptor found in the body that binds to atrial natriuretic peptides.
Etymology
The term "Atrial Natriuretic Peptide Receptor" is derived from the following components: "Atrial" refers to the atria, the upper chambers of the heart; "Natriuretic" is derived from the Latin words "natrium" meaning sodium and "uretic" meaning to urinate, indicating the receptor's role in sodium excretion; "Peptide" refers to a type of molecule made up of amino acids; and "Receptor" refers to a protein molecule that receives chemical signals from outside a cell.
Function
The Atrial Natriuretic Peptide Receptor is responsible for the binding of atrial natriuretic peptides. These peptides are hormones secreted from cells in the heart and play a crucial role in regulating blood volume and blood pressure. When these peptides bind to the receptor, it triggers a series of events that lead to the excretion of sodium and water from the body, thereby reducing blood volume and lowering blood pressure.
Types
There are three known types of atrial natriuretic peptide receptors: ANP receptor A, ANP receptor B, and ANP receptor C. Each type has a different function and is found in different parts of the body.
Related Terms
- Atrial Natriuretic Peptide: A hormone secreted from cells in the heart that regulates blood volume and blood pressure.
- Natriuresis: The process of sodium excretion in the urine, which is promoted by atrial natriuretic peptides.
- Diuresis: The increased production of urine, which is also promoted by atrial natriuretic peptides.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Atrial natriuretic peptide receptor
- Wikipedia's article - Atrial natriuretic peptide receptor
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