prostaglandin F2-alpha receptor, member of the class A family of seven-transmembrane G protein-coupled receptors
The PGF2-alpha receptor, also called prostanoid FP receptor, is a class A G-protein coupled receptor whose endogenous ligand is prostaglandin F2-alpha. PGF2-alpha binding to this receptor is coupled to the stimulation of phospholipase C (PLC) pathway via G-protein subunit G(q). This leads to the release of inositol trisphosphate (IP3) and diacylglycerol (DAG) which results in increased intracellular Ca2+ levels and activation of PKC. The receptor activation primarily induces uterine contraction and bronchoconstriction, and stimulates luteolysis. Like most prostanoid receptors, the PGF2-alpha receptor has also been implicated in tumor angiogenesis and metastasis.
Comment:based on the structures of some class A family members with bound ligands (peptides or chemicals), agonists, or antagonists
Comment:Small-molecule chemical ligands tend to bind deeper within the receptor core, compared to a peptide ligand neurotensin, which binds towards the extracellular surface of its receptor.
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