Receptors, Ghrelin

**Definition:** Transmembrane proteins that recognize and bind GHRELIN, a potent stimulator of GROWTH HORMONE secretion and food intake in mammals. Ghrelin receptors are found in the pituitary and HYPOTHALAMUS. They belong to the family of G-PROTEIN-COUPLED RECEPTORS.

**Tree numbers:** - D12.776.543.750.695.322

**Synonyms:** - Ghrelin Receptor - GHS Receptor Type 1 - Growth Hormone Secretagogue Receptors - GHSR Protein - Growth Hormone Secretagogue Receptor - Growth Hormone Secretagogue Receptor Type 1