Definition: Cell surface receptors for obesity factor (LEPTIN), a hormone secreted by the WHITE ADIPOCYTES. Upon leptin-receptor interaction, the signal is mediated through the JAK2/STAT3 pathway to regulate food intake, energy balance and fat storage.
Other names Receptor, OBRb; Receptor, OBRa; Receptor, OB; Leptin Binding Protein; Receptor, Leptin; OBRb Receptor; OBRa Receptor; Leptin-Binding Protein; Leptin Receptor, Small Isoform; Leptin Receptor, Large Isoform; Leptin Receptor; LEPR Protein; OB Receptor; Leptin Receptors; CD295 Antigens; Antigens, CD295
