Endorphins Act Primarily By

question 245

Multiple Choice

Endorphins act primarily by:

• A) picking up serotonin from the synaptic cleft.
• B) altering the effects of neurotransmitters.
• C) blocking synaptic activity.
• D) causing action potentials in neurons.

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Definitions:

Lipid Screening

A medical test that measures the levels of fats in the blood, including cholesterol and triglycerides, to assess the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Total Cholesterol

The sum of all the cholesterol types in the blood, including high-density lipoprotein (HDL), low-density lipoprotein (LDL), and triglycerides.

HDL

High-density lipoprotein, often referred to as "good" cholesterol, which helps remove other forms of cholesterol from the bloodstream.

Health Screening Activities

Procedures or tests carried out to detect diseases or health conditions at an early stage, before symptoms become apparent.