Ionotropic receptor

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-006141",
  "term": "Ionotropic receptor",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A type of receptor that forms an ion channel pore, allowing ions to flow directly across the cell membrane when a specific ligand binds. This direct coupling of ligand binding to ion channel opening results in rapid cellular responses. Examples include nicotinic acetylcholine receptors and GABA-A receptors.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2013, 85, 1725. 'Glossary of terms used in medicinal chemistry. Part II (IUPAC Recommendations 2013)' on page 1738 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-12-11-23)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/ionotropic-receptor/"
}