VUF-8430
VUF-8430
VUF-8430 (pronunciation: /vʌf 8430/) is a pharmacological compound of interest in the field of medicine and pharmacology.
Etymology
The term "VUF-8430" is a systematic name derived from the compound's original identification in the VU University Medical Center's pharmacological research. The number "8430" is a unique identifier within this system.
Definition
VUF-8430 is a potent and selective agonist at the human histamine H4 receptor, which is a member of the G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) family. It is used in scientific research to understand the role of H4 receptors in inflammation and immune response.
Related Terms
- Agonist: A chemical that binds to a receptor and activates the receptor to produce a biological response.
- Histamine: An organic nitrogenous compound involved in local immune responses and acting as a neurotransmitter.
- H4 receptor: One of the four known histamine receptors, it is involved in mediating inflammatory responses in the body.
- G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR): A large protein family of receptors that detect molecules outside the cell and activate internal signal transduction pathways.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on VUF-8430
- Wikipedia's article - VUF-8430
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