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.
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