The present invention describes a newly discovered human G-protein coupled
receptor and its encoding polynucleotide. Also described are expression
vectors, host cells, agonists, antagonists, antisense molecules, and
antibodies associated with the polynucleotide and/or polypeptide of the
present invention. In addition, methods for treating, diagnosing,
preventing, and screening for disorders associated with aberrant cell
growth, endocrine conditions, neurological conditions, and diseases or
disorders related to the pituitary gland, colon, breast, lungs, kidney,
and prostate are illustrated.