Anti-Somatostatin Receptor 3/SSTR3 antibody

Supplementary information

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Biological function summary

SSTR3 plays an important role in inhibiting the release of several other hormones and neurotransmitters like growth hormone and glucagon which helps regulate endocrine and nervous system activities. It functions as part of a complex system that includes other somatostatin receptors. By interacting with these systems SSTR3 influences processes such as cell proliferation neurotransmission and the modulation of cyclic AMP levels. Due to its inhibitory function the receptor helps maintain balance in hormone secretion and neural activity.

Pathways

SSTR3 receptor signaling integrates into the somatostatin signaling pathway an important process in hormone secretion regulation. It works closely with other receptors like SSTR2 together mediating somatostatin effects throughout the body. The receptor is also involved in the MAPK signaling pathway which has roles in cellular responses to various stimuli. These pathways contribute to its ability to modulate growth apoptosis and neuronal signaling.