A Deficiency in Which of the Following Neurotransmitters Is Linked

question 92

Multiple Choice

A deficiency in which of the following neurotransmitters is linked to generalized anxiety disorder?

• A)Epinephrine
• B)Acetylcholine
• C)Glutamate
• D)GABA

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Definitions:

Carbonic Anhydrase

An enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of carbon dioxide and water to carbonic acid, playing a critical role in respiration and the acid-base balance in blood.

Carbon Dioxide

An invisible, unscented gas created by the combustion of carbon-based substances and during breathing. It occurs naturally in the environment and is consumed by plants for photosynthesis.

Erythrocyte

A type of blood cell that is typically disc-shaped and responsible for transporting oxygen and carbon dioxide throughout the body; also known as a red blood cell.

Voice Box

The larynx, an organ in the top of the neck involved in breathing, producing sound, and protecting the trachea against food aspiration.