P2Y12


P2RY12

A gene on chromosome 3q24-q25 that encodes a G protein-coupled receptor for various drugs as well adenosine and uridine nucleotides.

P2Y12

The adenosine diphosphate receptor on platelets. It is the target for drugs such as clopidogrel, prasugrel, or ticagrelor, which are used to inhibit platelet aggregation.