Receptors are parts
of the cell that are able to receive a specific chemical
and incite an action in or of the cell. In prostate
cancer hormone therapy, LHRH antagonists and LHRH agonists
affect the receptors of the pituitary gland to prevent
the production of testosterone. The anti-androgen blocks
the receptors of the prostate cells’ nuclei and
prevents the action of testosterone on the prostate
gland.
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