Cell Membrane Receptors Flashcards
1
Q
What makes them specific?
A
Receptor proteins have specific shapes, only message molecule with a complimentary shape can bind to them
Differs cells have different types of receptors- they respond to different messenger molecules
2
Q
What is a target cell?
A
A cell that responds to a particular messenger molecule
3
Q
How are they used for drugs?
A
Many drugs work by binding to receptors in cell membranes
They either trigger a response in the cell or block the receptor and prevent it from working
4
Q
What are they?
A
Proteins in the cell membrane that acts as receptors for messenger molecules
