CAR (Constitutive Androstane Receptor)

The Constitutive Androstane Receptor (CAR) is a protein found in liver cells that acts as a sensor for chemicals, including drugs and toxins. When activated, CAR influences the expression of genes involved in processing and eliminating these substances from the body. This helps the liver detoxify harmful compounds and regulate how drugs are metabolized. Essentially, CAR plays a key role in maintaining chemical balance and protection against potentially harmful substances, ensuring the body efficiently responds to various chemicals we encounter.