cell receptor
[/sɛl rɪˈsɛptər/]
nounpl: cell receptors
receptor celular
1. A protein molecule on the surface or interior of a cell that binds to specific signaling molecules and transmits signals into the cell
The cell receptor recognizes the hormone and initiates a cascade of chemical reactions.
O receptor celular reconhece o hormônio e inicia uma cascata de reações químicas.
2. A specialized protein that allows cells to respond to external signals such as neurotransmitters, hormones, or antibodies
Different cell receptors on immune cells help them identify pathogens.
Diferentes receptores celulares em células imunológicas ajudam a identificar patógenos.
3. In molecular biology, a binding site that receives and processes cellular messages
The drug works by blocking specific cell receptors involved in inflammation.
O medicamento funciona bloqueando receptores celulares específicos envolvidos na inflamação.
The term 'cell receptor' is primarily used in scientific, medical, and academic contexts in both English-speaking countries and Brazil. It is fundamental terminology in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and biological research. Portuguese translations remain consistent across all Portuguese-speaking regions due to the standardized nature of scientific nomenclature.
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