GPR120 Antibody – Rabbit

This gene encodes a G protein-coupled receptor (GPR) which belongs to the rhodopsin family of GPRs. The encoded protein functions as a receptor for free fatty acids, including omega-3, and participates in suppressing anti-inflammatory responses and insulin sensitizing. Multiple transcript variants encoding different isoforms have been found for this gene. [provided by RefSeq, Feb 2012]

GPR120: Receptor for medium and long-chain free fatty acid (FAA). Signals via a G(q)/G(11)-coupled pathway. Acts as a receptor for omega-3 fatty acids and mediates robust anti- inflammatory effects particularly in macrophages and fat cells. The anti-inflammatory effects involve inhibition of TAK1 through a beta-arrestin 2 (ARRB2)/TAB1 dependent effect but independent of G(q)/G(11)-coupled pathway. Mediates potent insulin sensitizing and antidiabetic effects by repressing macrophage-induced tissue inflammation. May mediate the taste of fatty acids. Belongs to the G-protein coupled receptor 1 family. 2 isoforms of the human protein are produced by alternative splicing.

Protein type: Membrane protein, multi-pass; GPCR, family 1; Lipid-binding; Receptor, GPCR; Membrane protein, integral

Chromosomal Location of Human Ortholog: 10q23.33

Cellular Component: endocytic vesicle; integral to plasma membrane; plasma membrane

Molecular Function: peptide binding; fatty acid binding; taste receptor activity

Biological Process: hormone secretion; G-protein coupled receptor protein signaling pathway; negative regulation of inflammatory response; negative regulation of cytokine secretion; detection of chemical stimulus involved in sensory perception of taste; negative regulation of apoptosis; cellular response to hormone stimulus

Disease: Body Mass Index Quantitative Trait Locus 10