Chapter 16, Problem 25RQ

Summary Introduction

To review:

The action of the following signal molecules:

1) mTOR

2) SREBP-1C

3) PDK1

4) TSH

5) Interleukin

Introduction:

Many living organisms have special metabolic processes to regulate and adapt themselves according to the environment. This is done with the help of various intercellular communications taking place inside the cell. These communications help in maintaining the balance between the anabolic and catabolic processes. This is known as cell signaling andis guided by various signaling molecules, such as amino acids, fatty acid derivatives, peptides, proteins, or steroids. These molecules bind to specific receptors and cause signal transduction.