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Peptide Receptor Dynamics

Meaning

Peptide receptor dynamics describes the continuous, time-dependent changes in the number, affinity, and signaling activity of specific cell-surface receptors that bind peptide hormones and growth factors. This biological phenomenon is critical because it dictates the sensitivity of a target cell to a hormonal signal, thereby regulating the overall magnitude and duration of the endocrine response. Understanding these dynamics is key to optimizing peptide-based therapies and interpreting variable tissue responses.