What are receptors? Where are they located?Name them and write their f

1.	What are receptors? Where are they located?Name them and write their functions.
Answer» \tReceptors are the sensing molecules or elements which communicate the signal from a ligand to the cell to elicit specific physiological change.\tThey are located in the cells, tissues and help to control all most all the body organs.\tThe ligand is the one which binds to the receptor and brings in conformational changes to produce a definite effect on the body’s physiology.\tIn general, most receptors have endogenous ligands or biomolecules which can trigger a response.\tMost receptors are named based on their endogenous ligands like serotonin receptors, acetylcholine receptors, opioid receptors.

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