Adenosine P1 receptors

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R-HSA-417973
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Homo sapiens
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The adenosine receptors (P1 receptors) are a class of purinergic receptors, G-protein coupled receptors with adenosine as their endogenous ligand.In humans, there are four adenosine receptors. Each is encoded by a separate gene and the four receptors have distinct, though overlapping, functions. For instance, both A1 and A2A receptors play roles in the heart, regulating myocardial oxygen consumption and coronary blood flow. They also have important roles in the brain, regulating the release of other neurotransmitters such as dopamine and glutamate. The A2B and A3 receptors are located peripherally and are involved in processes such as inflammation and immune responses. Fredholm BB et al, 2001).
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11734617 International Union of Pharmacology. XXV. Nomenclature and classification of adenosine receptors

Linden, J, Fredholm, BB, Jacobson, KA, Klotz, KN, IJzerman, AP

Pharmacol Rev 2001
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