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Receptors, Retinoic Acid

Medical Definition:	Proteins in the nucleus or cytoplasm that specifically bind retinoic acid or retinol and trigger changes in the behavior of cells. Retinoic acid receptors, like steroid receptors, are ligand-activated transcription regulators. Several types have been recognized.
Guide Notes:	DF: RECEPT RETINOIC ACID
Also Called:	Retinoic Acid-Binding Proteins
Previously Indexed:	Carrier Proteins (1979-1993),Protein Binding (1976-1978),Proteins (1976-1978)

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