function:Receptor for MSH (alpha, beta and gamma) and ACTH. This receptor is mediated by G proteins which activate adenylate cyclase.,polymorphism:Genetic variations in MC3R define the body mass index quantitative trait locus 9 (BMIQ9) [MIM:602025]. Variance in body mass index is a susceptibility factor for obesity.,similarity:Belongs to the G-protein coupled receptor 1 family.,tissue specificity:Brain, placental, and gut tissues.,
Cell membrane; Multi-pass membrane protein.
Brain, placental, and gut tissues.