Histamine H4 receptor

Histamine H4 receptor (pronounced as his-ta-meen H-four re-cep-tor) is a protein that in humans is encoded by the HRH4 gene.

Etymology

The term "Histamine" is derived from the Greek words "histos" meaning tissue and "amine" which is a basic nitrogenous compound. The "H4" refers to the fourth identified subtype of histamine receptors.

Function

The Histamine H4 receptor is a member of the G protein-coupled receptor superfamily and is involved in Chemotaxis, Immunomodulation, and Neurotransmission. It plays a key role in the inflammatory response and has been implicated in conditions such as Asthma, Allergic rhinitis, and Inflammatory bowel disease.

Related Terms

• Histamine
• G protein-coupled receptor
• Chemotaxis
• Immunomodulation
• Neurotransmission
• Asthma
• Allergic rhinitis
• Inflammatory bowel disease

See Also

• Histamine H1 receptor
• Histamine H2 receptor
• Histamine H3 receptor

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