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Melanocortin Receptor
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Summary
Melanocortin Receptors
are a family of
G Protein-coupled Receptors
that play crucial roles in regulating a variety of
Physiological Functions
, including
Energy Homeostasis
, inflammation, and pigmentation. They are activated by
Melanocortin Peptides
derived from proopiomelanocortin (POMC) and are implicated in disorders such as obesity and
Adrenal Insufficiency
.
Concepts
G Protein-coupled Receptors
Energy Homeostasis
Inflammation
Pigmentation
Proopiomelanocortin
Obesity
Adrenal Insufficiency
Melanocortin Peptides
Signal Transduction
Neuroendocrine Regulation
Melanocyte Activation
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Neurology 100%
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