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Published on: July 10, 2018
The Roles of GABA and NMDA Receptors in Viral Infections: Based on current literature
Ke-Ming Ning1,2, Wen-Bo Xu1,2, Yi-Han Wang1,2
1College of Veterinary Medicine, Hunan Agricultural University, Changsha, Hunan 410128, China.
Abstract:
Gamma-aminobutyric acid receptors (GABARs) primarily function by suppressing inflammatory responses, modulating neuronal excitability, and maintaining intracellular homeostasis, whereas N-methyl-D-aspartate receptors (NMDARs) play a key role in mediating pathological processes through the regulation of excitatory neurotransmission and immune responses. Viral infections have the capacity to modify the expression and functionality of these receptors, either directly or indirectly, thereby contributing to dysregulation within the neurological and immune systems and triggering a range of disease states. This review offers a comprehensive analysis of the mechanisms through which various viral infections interact with GABARs and NMDARs, emphasizing the possible intricate roles these receptors play in viral pathogenesis. Additionally, it underscores their potential as therapeutic targets for antiviral interventions, particularly in addressing immune dysregulation and neurological disorders.
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