5-HT2C receptor
5-HT2C receptor
The 5-HT2C receptor (pronounced as "five H T two C receptor"), also known as the serotonin 2C receptor, is a subtype of the serotonin receptor that is encoded by the HTR2C gene in humans.
Etymology
The term "5-HT2C" is derived from the chemical name for serotonin, 5-hydroxytryptamine, and the classification of this receptor as part of the 2C subtype of serotonin receptors.
Function
The 5-HT2C receptor is a type of G protein-coupled receptor that is located primarily in the brain. It plays a crucial role in a variety of physiological and neurological processes, including the regulation of mood, anxiety, feeding, and reproductive behavior.
Clinical significance
Alterations in the function or expression of the 5-HT2C receptor have been implicated in a variety of disorders, including schizophrenia, depression, bipolar disorder, and obesity. Several antipsychotic and antidepressant medications work by targeting this receptor.
Related terms
- Serotonin
- Serotonin receptor
- G protein-coupled receptor
- Schizophrenia
- Depression
- Bipolar disorder
- Obesity
- Antipsychotic
- Antidepressant
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on 5-HT2C receptor
- Wikipedia's article - 5-HT2C receptor
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