Function
This antibody targets the G-protein coupled receptor ntr-1 ligand. Nematocin, the ligand, plays a crucial role in gustatory associative learning and male mating behavior.
Gene References Into Functions
- The ntc-1 gene encodes nematocin, a VP/OT-related peptide that signals via the NTR-1 receptor. [ntc-1] PMID: 23112336
- This gene encodes the precursor of nematocin, a vasopressin/oxytocin-like peptide (Cys-Phe-Leu-Asn-Ser-Cys-Pro-Tyr). PMID: 19329739
Protein Families
Vasopressin/oxytocin family
Subcellular Location
Secreted.
Tissue Specificity
Detected in thermosensory AFD neurons, neurosecretory NSM cells, AVK interneurons, pharyngeal neuron M5, and the mechanosensory DVA neuron. Detected in male-specific CP motor neurons.