DRD5 : dopamine receptor D5
Description
The DRD5 (dopamine receptor D5) is a protein-coding gene located on chromosome 4.
The DRD5 gene provides instructions for creating the dopamine receptor D5 protein, which is found in the brain. This protein collaborates with dopamine, a chemical messenger (neurotransmitter). Dopamine fits into the D5 receptor like a key in a lock, triggering chemical reactions within nerve cells. Dopamine signaling plays a crucial role in the brain, regulating attention, mood, memory, learning, and movement.
The DRD5 receptor's activity is regulated by G proteins, which in turn activate adenylyl cyclase.
DRD5 is also known as DBDR, DRD1B, DRD1L2.
Associated Diseases
- Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder
- Blepharospasm, benign essential, susceptibility to
- Benign essential blepharospasm
