MedicalGlossary Entry
CB1 Receptor
Cannabinoid receptor primarily in the brain and nervous system — main docking site for THC and key to psychoactive effects.
Detailed Explanation
CB1 receptors are predominantly located in the central nervous system and mediate many psychoactive effects of THC. They play a role in pain processing, motor control, memory, and mood.
Related Terms
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Cannabinoid
THC
Tetrahydrocannabinol — the most important psychoactive cannabinoid of the cannabis plant.
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Medical
Endocannabinoid-System
The body's own signaling system consisting of receptors, neurotransmitters and enzymes.
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Medical
CB2 Receptor
Cannabinoid receptor primarily in the immune system and peripheral tissues — key site for inflammation-modulating effects.
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