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metabotrop·ic re·cep·tor
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Metabotropic receptor
A metabotropic receptor is a type of membrane receptors of eukaryotic cells that acts through a secondary messenger. It may be located at the surface of the cell or in vesicles. Based on their structural and functional characteristics, neurotransmitter receptors can be classified into two broad categories: metabotropic and ionotropic receptors. Ionotropic receptors form an ion channel pore. In contrast, metabotropic receptors are indirectly linked with ion channels on the plasma membrane of the cell through signal transduction mechanisms, often G proteins. Hence, G protein-coupled receptors are inherently metabotropic. Other examples of metabotropic receptors include tyrosine kinases or guanylyl cyclase receptors. Both receptor types are activated by specific neurotransmitters. When an ionotropic receptor is activated, it opens a channel that allows ions such as Na+, K+, or Cl- to flow. In contrast, when a metabotropic receptor is activated, a series of intracellular events are triggered that can also result in ion channels opening but must involve a range of second messenger chemicals.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of metabotropic receptor in Chaldean Numerology is: 3
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of metabotropic receptor in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3
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