Oxytocin receptor (OTR)

Definition:

Oxytocin receptor (OTR), a member of the G-protein coupled receptors (GPCRs) family, is part of an ancient hormone system expressed in diverse phyla in relation to acute reproductive smooth muscle responses, such as egg-laying, birth, or milk letdown.

References:

[1]. E Grazzini, et al. Inhibition of oxytocin receptor function by direct binding of progesterone. Nature. 1998 Apr 2;392(6675):509-12. [Content Brief]

[2]. RIvell, et al. The structure and regulation of the oxytocin receptor. Exp Physiol. 2001 Mar;86(2):289-96. [Content Brief]

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