Kainate-binding human CNS glutamate receptors EAA3C and EAA3D, DNA encoding them, and expression of the DNA in transformed cells

摘要

Neurotransmission by excitatory amino acids (EAAs) such as glutamate is mediated via membrane-bound surface receptors. DNA coding for one family of the kainate-binding type of EAA receptor, has now been isolated and the receptor protein characterized. Herein described are recombinant cell lines which produce the EAA receptor as a heterologous membrane- bound product. Disclosed is use of the cell lines as a tool for discovery of compounds which modulate EAA receptor stimulation.