C3aR is a 7TM transmembrane protein associated with G proteins, and serves as a receptor for C3a complement fragment. It is expressed mainly on neutrophils, mast cells, basophils, eosinophils, dendritic cells, monocytes, and macrophages. Upon detection of its ligand, the activated C3aR signaling cascade results in degranulation, superoxide production, and chemotaxis.