AVPR1A
Function
Receptor for arginine vasopressin. The activity of this receptor is mediated by G proteins which activate a phosphatidyl-inositol-calcium second messenger system. Has been involved in social behaviors, including affiliation and attachment.
Sequence Similarities
Belongs to the G-protein coupled receptor 1 family. Vasopressin/oxytocin receptor subfamily.
Cellular localization
- Cell membrane
- Multi-pass membrane protein
Alternative names
AVPR1, AVPR1A, Vasopressin V1a receptor, V1aR, AVPR V1a, Antidiuretic hormone receptor 1a, Vascular/hepatic-type arginine vasopressin receptor