Oxytocin receptor is:-
Correct Answer: G protein coupled receptor
Description: Oxytocin receptor is G protein coupled receptors which bound to Gq which activate phospholipase C. Phospholipase C breaks down PIP2 to IP3. IP3 will act as 2nd messenger It helps in mobilization of calcium in sarcoplasmic reticulum and will increase calcium levels in the cell and cause excitatory effects in cells.
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