Kainate Receptors

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Also known as:  Kainic Acid Receptors

 

Description

Kainate Receptors are a sub-type of Glutamate Receptor.

 

These Substances Activate Kainate Receptors

Substances that activate Kainate Receptors are known as Kainate Receptor Agonists.

 

Amino Acids

 Kainic Acid activates Kainate Receptors:

 Caution:  Excessive activation of Kainate Receptors by Kainic Acid causes DEATH of Neurons.

 

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