Mediated by adenylate cyclase-activating polypeptide 1 receptors, this polypeptide stimulates adenylate cyclase and subsequently increases the cAMP level in target cells. Adenylate cyclase-activating polypeptide 1 not only is a hypophysiotropic hormone (i.e. a substance that induces activity in the hypophysis), but also functions as a neurotransmitter and neuromodulator.
Mediated by adenylate cyclase-activating polypeptide 1 receptors, this polypeptide activates adenylate cyclase and subsequently raises the cAMP level in target cells. Adenylate cyclase-activating polypeptide 1 not only acts as a hypophysiotropic hormone (i.e., a substance that stimulates activity in the pituitary gland), but also functions as a neurotransmitter and neuromodulator.