Transduction Pathway

Definition

The transduction pathway is a series of molecular events that occur within a cell in response to a signal. It involves the conversion of an extracellular signal into an intracellular signal, leading to specific cellular responses.

Related terms

Receptor: A protein molecule on the cell surface or inside the cell that recognizes and binds to specific signaling molecules.

Signal Transduction:

The process by which extracellular signals are converted into intracellular signals through biochemical pathways.

Second Messenger: Small molecules involved in transmitting signals within cells, amplifying them along the way.