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Adenylyl cyclase

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Anatomy and Physiology I

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Adenylyl cyclase is an enzyme found in the cell membranes that converts ATP to cyclic AMP (cAMP) when activated by hormones. This process is crucial for transmitting signals inside cells, particularly in response to hormonal stimulation.

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