Retinoic acid receptor delta;RAR-delta

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Contents

Source Organism

Notophthalmus viridescens (Eastern newt) (Triturus viridescens).

Taxomomy

Eukaryota; Metazoa; Chordata; Craniata; Vertebrata; Euteleostomi;Amphibia; Batrachia; Caudata; Salamandroidea; Salamandridae;Notophthalmus.

Subcellular Localization

Nucleus.

Developmental Stage

Similarity

Belongs to the nuclear hormone receptor family. NR1 subfamily. Contains 1 nuclear receptor DNA-binding domain.

Post translational Modification

Function

This is a receptor for retinoic acid. This metabolite has profound effects on vertebrate development. Retinoic acid is a morphogen and is a powerful teratogen. This receptor controls cell function by directly regulating gene expression.

Categories:Receptors