Receptors, Leptin

Leptinreceptorer

Engelsk definition

Cell surface receptors for obesity factor (LEPTIN), a hormone secreted by the WHITE ADIPOCYTES. Upon leptin-receptor interaction, the signal is mediated through the JAK2/STAT3 pathway to regulate food intake, energy balance and fat storage.

Svenska synonymer

Leptinbindande protein CD295-antigener OB receptor

Engelska synonymer

Leptin-Binding Protein Leptin Binding Protein Receptor, Leptin Leptin Receptor LEPR Protein OB Receptor Receptor, OB CD295 Antigens Leptin Receptors Antigens, CD295 Leptin Receptor, Small Isoform OBRb Receptor Receptor, OBRb Leptin Receptor, Large Isoform OBRa Receptor Receptor, OBRa