The Existence of a Nociceptin (NOP)receptor Has Been Questioned Because $\beta$

question 67

Multiple Choice

The existence of a nociceptin (NOP) receptor has been questioned because it does not respond to:

• A)\(\beta\)-endorphin.
• B)dynorphin-A.
• C)dynorphin-B.
• D)naloxone.

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