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Hormone Receptor Signaling

Meaning

Hormone Receptor Signaling is the fundamental molecular process by which a hormone binds to its specific receptor, located either on the surface or within a target cell, initiating a cascade of intracellular events. This cascade ultimately alters cellular function or modulates gene expression. This process is the core mechanism of action for all endocrine communication, effectively translating a chemical messenger into a precise biological response. It dictates the specificity, magnitude, and duration of hormonal effects throughout the entire body.