Receptors and Neurotransmitters
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Which type of chemical interaction is LEAST likely to be involved in the binding of a substrate to a receptor?

  • Hydrophobic interactions
  • Hydrogen bonding
  • Ionic bonding
  • Nuclear Fission (correct)

Receptors primarily function to synthesize new substrates within the cell.

False (B)

Name two types of substrates that commonly bind to receptors on target cells to initiate a response.

Neurotransmitters and hormones

Receptors are important drug targets and are primarily composed of ________.

<p>proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of receptor directly forms a hydrophilic tunnel through the cell membrane?

<p>Ion Channel Receptors (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The primary role of receptors in cell communication is to:

<p>Carry messages across the 'gap' between cells (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement regarding the function of receptors is most accurate?

<p>Receptors bind to specific substrates to initiate a cellular response. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

G-protein coupled receptors consist of a single protein with five transmembrane sections.

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All receptors bind to the same type of substrate, ensuring uniform cellular responses throughout the body.

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What type of protein are ion channels made of?

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G-Protein Coupled Receptors activate G-proteins through a conformational change induced by a ______ binding to the receptor.

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Match the types of bonds/interactions with their description:

<p>Hydrogen bonding = Weak electrostatic attraction between a hydrogen atom and a highly electronegative atom. Ionic bonding = Electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions. Hydrophobic interactions = Association of nonpolar molecules or groups in an aqueous environment. Covalent bonds = Sharing of electron pairs between atoms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the receptor type with its primary mechanism of action:

<p>Ion Channel Receptors = Directly forms a tunnel for ions G-Protein Coupled Receptors = Activates intracellular G-proteins Kinase Receptors = Activates enzymes without requiring G-proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following ions is NOT typically associated with ion channel receptors?

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Kinase receptors require G-proteins to activate enzymes.

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What is the typical cellular response time (in general terms) for ion channel receptors, compared to other receptors?

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Flashcards

Receptors

Proteins that serve as drug targets in the body.

Receptor Function

Carry messages between cells. They receive signals from other cells.

Receptor Substrates

Molecules that bind to receptors to trigger a response.

Neurotransmitters

A type of substrate that binds to receptors on target cells to transmit signals.

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Hormones

A type of substrate that binds to receptors on target cells throughout the body to transmit signals.

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Receptor Binding Interactions

Types of interactions that occur between receptors and substrates.

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Covalent Bonds

A type of receptor interaction involving the sharing of electrons.

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Hydrophobic Interactions

A type of receptor interaction involving attraction of nonpolar molecules.

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Ion Channel Receptors

Receptors that form hydrophilic tunnels across the cell membrane, allowing specific ions (Na+, Ca2+, Cl-, K+) to pass through.

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Ion Channel

Proteins that traverse the cell membrane and provide a hydrophilic tunnel specifically for ions.

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G-Protein Coupled Receptors

Very important drug targets, these receptors activate G-proteins upon ligand binding.

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G-Proteins

Membrane proteins that bind receptor to a messenger, which leads to an induced fit.

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7 Transmembrane Receptor

A type of receptor characterized by having 7 transmembrane sections.

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Kinase Receptors

Receptors that do not require C-protein and activate enzymes; often activated by hormones.

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Bifunctional Receptor/Enzyme

Enzymes with dual function - both a receptor and and enzyme.

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Study Notes

  • Receptors are proteins, which make up the most important drug targets in medicine
  • Receptors carry messages across the "gap"
  • Communication occurs primarily from the central nervous system
  • Receptors receive messages coming from other cells
  • Neurotransmitters are a type of substrate that binds receptors on a target cell
  • Hormones are another kind of receptor that binds to receptors on target cells throughout the body
  • Hydrogen bonding, ionic bonding, hydrophobic interactions, and covalent bonds can occur

Receptor Superfamilies

  • Able to categorize receptors by: ion channel receptors, G-Protein Coupled Receptors, Kinase Receptors, and Intracellular Receptors

Ion Channel Receptors

  • Respond in milliseconds
  • They are made up of proteins that transverse the cell membrane and provide a hydrophilic tunnel
  • They are specific for specific ions (Na+, Ca2+, Cl-, K+)
  • Protein subunits are glycoproteins

G-Protein Coupled Receptors

  • Some of the most important drug targets in medicinal chemistry
  • Receptor binds a messenger leading to an induced fit
  • They are membrane-bound proteins that activate G-proteins
  • Single protein with seven transmembrane sections

Kinase Receptors

  • Activate enzymes that do not require a G-protein
  • Receptors are bifunctional receptor/enzyme, activated by hormones

Intracellular Receptors

  • Reside inside a cell
  • Single protein containing a C-terminus binding site

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Receptors are proteins that serve as drug targets, relaying messages primarily from the central nervous system. Neurotransmitters and hormones bind to receptors on target cells, utilizing hydrogen, ionic, hydrophobic interactions, and covalent bonds. Receptor superfamilies include ion channel receptors and G-protein coupled receptors.

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