Taste Receptor Type 2 Member 16 (TAS2R16) Antibody

Background

TAS2R16 is a bitter taste receptor that is expressed in taste cells of the tongue. Like other receptors in the TAS2R family, TAS2R16 plays a role in detecting bitter compounds. The activation of TAS2R16 by specific bitter chemicals triggers intracellular signaling pathways, leading to the perception of bitterness. This receptor is thought to play a role in protecting the body from ingesting potentially harmful or toxic substances, which are often associated with bitter tastes. TAS2R16's sensitivity to bitter substances can vary among individuals, depending on genetic differences in the receptor’s expression and function. These variations may influence personal taste preferences, food aversions, and dietary choices. TAS2R16 has been studied for its potential role in the detection of plant-derived toxins and other bitter compounds, and further research could help uncover its full range of functional significance in taste perception.