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Enhanced responsiveness of Ghsr Q343X rats to ghrelin results in enhanced adiposity without increased appetite.
Science signaling - 19 Apr 2016
Chebani Yacine, Marion Candice, Zizzari Philippe, Chettab Khadidja, Pastor Marie, Korostelev Marie, Geny David, Epelbaum Jacques, Tolle Virginie, Morisset-Lopez Séverine, Pantel Jacques
Abstract excerpt
The ability of the gut hormone ghrelin to promote positive energy balance is mediated by the growth hormone secretagogue receptor (GHSR). GHSR is a G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) that is found centrally and peripherally and that can signal in a ligand-independent manner basally or when heterodimerized with other GPCRs. However, current Ghsr knockout models cannot dissect ghrelin-dependent and...
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