Dopamine D2 Receptors

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Also known as:  Dopamine D2A Receptors

 

Description

Dopamine D2 Receptors are a subtype of Dopamine Receptors from the D2-Like family of Dopamine Receptors.

 

Biological Function of Dopamine D2 Receptors

Immune System

 Dopamine D2 Receptors are located on T-Lymphocytes (and activation of these Dopamine D2 Receptors may stimulate the activity of T-Lymphocytes).

 

Nervous System

 Dopamine D2 Receptors are concentrated in the Caudate Putamen, Nucleus Accumbens and Olfactory Tubercle of the Brain.

 Stimulation of Dopamine D2 Receptors is speculated to be involved in the consolidation of Memory.

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