Cell-surface proteins that bind GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID with high affinity and trigger changes that influence the behavior of cells. GABA-A receptors control chloride channels formed by the receptor complex itself. They are blocked by bicuculline and usually have modulatory sites sensitive to benzodiazepines and barbiturates. GABA-B receptors act through G-proteins on several effector systems, are insensitive to bicuculline, and have a high affinity for L-baclofen.
Also Known As:
GABA Receptor; Receptor, GABA; Receptor, gamma-Aminobutyric Acid; Receptors, GABA; gamma-Aminobutyric Acid Receptor; Receptors, gamma Aminobutyric Acid; gamma Aminobutyric Acid Receptor; gamma Aminobutyric Acid Receptors; Receptors, gamma-Aminobutyric Acid; gamma-Aminobutyric Acid Receptors