Cell surface proteins that bind pituitary hormones with high affinity and trigger intracellular changes influencing the behavior of cells. Since many pituitary hormones are also released by neurons as neurotransmitters, these receptors are also found in the nervous system.

Annotation

general or unspecified; prefer specifics; coordinate with specific pituitary hormone

DUI

D011979 MeSH Browser

CUI

M0018612

Previous indexing

Receptors, Endogenous Substances (1973-1986); Pituitary Hormones (1972-1986); Pituitary Hormones, Anterior (1966-1986); Pituitary Hormones, Posterior (1966-1986)

History note

87

Public note

87