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GABA Receptor

Meaning

The GABA receptor, short for Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid receptor, is a class of transmembrane protein complexes that serve as the principal inhibitory neurotransmitter receptors within the central nervous system (CNS). Activation of this receptor by the neurotransmitter GABA hyperpolarizes the neuronal membrane, effectively dampening neuronal excitability and promoting a state of relaxation and quiescence. Clinically, these receptors are central to regulating anxiety, sleep architecture, muscle tone, and seizure threshold, representing a crucial target for pharmacological and nutraceutical interventions aimed at neurological and emotional balance.