Neurotransmitter receptor
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A neurotransmitter receptor is a receptor protein on the surface of a cell that binds to a specific ligand, such as a neurotransmitter, Receptor antagonist, etc. with a wide range of differing reactions from the cell receiving the sygnal, triggering anything from activation to inhibition. They are found in immune and muscle tissue in addition to neuron cells.
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Asialoglycoprotein receptor - Autoreceptors - Biogenic amine receptor - Eicosanoid receptor (Prostaglandin receptor) - G protein-coupled receptor - Immune receptor - N-Acetylglucosamine receptor - Neuropilins - Neurotransmitter receptor - Olfactory receptor - Protease-activated receptor - Purinergic receptor - Transferrin receptor
