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CCK1-R

Function

Receptor for cholecystokinin. Mediates pancreatic growth and enzyme secretion, smooth muscle contraction of the gall bladder and stomach. Has a 1000-fold higher affinity for CCK rather than for gastrin. It modulates feeding and dopamine-induced behavior in the central and peripheral nervous system. This receptor mediates its action by association with G proteins that activate a phosphatidylinositol-calcium second messenger system.

Sequence similarities

Belongs to the G-protein coupled receptor 1 family.

Cellular localization

  • Cell membrane
  • Multi-pass membrane protein

Alternative names

  • Cholecystokinin receptor type A
  • CCK-A receptor
  • CCK-AR
  • Cholecystokinin-1 receptor
  • CCK1-R
  • CCKRA
  • CCKAR

Target type

Proteins

Molecular weight

47841Da