The growth hormone secretagogue receptor

CRY Cruz, RG Smith - Vitamins & Hormones, 2007 - Elsevier
The neuroendocrine hormone ghrelin, a recently discovered acylated peptide with
numerous activities in various organ systems, exerts most of its known effects on the body
through a highly conserved G-protein–coupled receptor, the growth hormone secretagogue
receptor (GHSR) type 1a. The GHSR's wide expression in different tissues reflects activity of
its ligands in the hypothalamic-pituitary, cardiovascular, immune, gastrointestinal, and
reproductive systems. Its extensive cellular distribution along with its important actions on …