CAMP-dependent pathway
CAMP-dependent pathway (also known as the adenylate cyclase pathway or the cyclic AMP pathway) is a G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) pathway that plays a crucial role in cellular responses to many hormones and neurotransmitters. It is one of the most common and versatile signal transduction pathways in cells.
Overview[edit | edit source]
The cAMP-dependent pathway is initiated when a ligand binds to a GPCR on the cell surface, triggering a conformational change in the receptor. This change activates the G protein, which then activates adenylate cyclase. Adenylate cyclase catalyzes the conversion of ATP to cyclic AMP (cAMP), a second messenger that mediates the intracellular effects of the ligand.
Role of cAMP[edit | edit source]
cAMP is a crucial second messenger in the cAMP-dependent pathway. It is involved in the regulation of many physiological processes, including metabolism, gene expression, cell proliferation, and cell differentiation. cAMP exerts its effects by activating protein kinase A (PKA), a key enzyme in the pathway.
Protein Kinase A[edit | edit source]
Protein kinase A (PKA) is a serine/threonine kinase that is activated by cAMP. Once activated, PKA phosphorylates a variety of target proteins, altering their activity and thereby mediating the cellular response to the original ligand.
Regulation[edit | edit source]
The cAMP-dependent pathway is tightly regulated at multiple levels to ensure appropriate cellular responses. Key regulatory mechanisms include the degradation of cAMP by phosphodiesterases, the inactivation of PKA by protein phosphatases, and the desensitization of GPCRs.
Clinical significance[edit | edit source]
Alterations in the cAMP-dependent pathway have been implicated in a variety of diseases, including cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. Therefore, understanding and manipulating this pathway could have important therapeutic implications.
See also[edit | edit source]
- G protein-coupled receptor
- Adenylate cyclase
- cAMP
- Protein kinase A
- Phosphodiesterase
- Protein phosphatase
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