GABA receptor activity [GO_0016917]

Combining with gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), and transmitting the signal from one side of the membrane to the other to initiate a change in cell activity. (GABA, 4-aminobutyrate) is an amino acid which acts as a neurotransmitter in some organisms.

GABA receptor activity

ID: GO_0016917

Class

Combining with gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), and transmitting the signal from one side of the membrane to the other to initiate a change in cell activity. (GABA, 4-aminobutyrate) is an amino acid which acts as a neurotransmitter in some organisms.

See also the molecular function term 'neurotransmitter receptor activity ; GO:0030594'.

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Classification

Alternative Names

Synonym Scope Reference
GABA binding exact synonym
gamma-aminobutyric acid receptor activity exact synonym
4-aminobutyrate receptor activity exact synonym
gamma-aminobutyrate binding exact synonym
4-aminobutanoate receptor activity exact synonym
gamma-aminobutyric acid binding exact synonym