Melatonin receptor
Melatonin receptor
The Melatonin receptor is a type of protein that is encoded by the MTNR gene in humans. It is a G protein-coupled receptor that is expressed in various tissues in the body, most notably in the brain and the retina.
Pronunciation
Melatonin receptor is pronounced as mel-uh-toh-nin ree-sep-ter.
Etymology
The term "Melatonin receptor" is derived from the hormone it binds to, melatonin, which in turn is derived from the Greek words "melas", meaning black, and "tonos", meaning tension. The term "receptor" comes from the Latin "receptare", meaning to receive.
Function
The Melatonin receptor is involved in a variety of biological processes, including the regulation of circadian rhythm, immune system function, and cellular differentiation. It binds to melatonin, a hormone produced by the pineal gland in response to darkness, and transmits signals to the cell to perform various functions.
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See also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Melatonin receptor
- Wikipedia's article - Melatonin receptor
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