Receptors, Cannabinoid

A class of G-protein-coupled receptors that are specific for CANNABINOIDS such as those derived from CANNABIS. They also bind a structurally distinct class of endogenous factors referred to as ENDOCANNABINOIDS. The receptor class may play a role in modulating the release of signaling molecules such as NEUROTRANSMITTERS and CYTOKINES.

Year introduced: 2004

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Tree Number(s): D12.776.543.750.695.125

MeSH Unique ID: D043882

Entry Terms:

• Cannabinoid Receptors
• Cannabinoid Receptor
• Receptor, Cannabinoid

Previous Indexing:

• Receptors, Drug (1988-2003)

See Also:

• Cannabinoids

All MeSH Categories
Chemicals and Drugs Category
Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins
Proteins
Membrane Proteins
Receptors, Cell Surface
Receptors, G-Protein-Coupled
Receptors, Cannabinoid
Receptor, Cannabinoid, CB1
Receptor, Cannabinoid, CB2