Liver X Receptors

**Definition:** Nuclear receptors that bind OXYSTEROLS and function as heterodimers with RETINOID X RECEPTORS. They have important functions in regulating cholesterol homeostasis, ENERGY METABOLISM; INFLAMMATION; and the immune response.

**Tree numbers:** - D12.776.260.531 - D12.776.826.194

**Synonyms:** - Liver X Receptor - Nuclear Oxysterol Receptors