Noradrenergic Neurotransmission Involves ______________

question 10

Multiple Choice

Noradrenergic neurotransmission involves ______________.

• A)synthesis of norepinephrine (NE) by monoamine oxidase or MAO
• B)synthesis of NE from epinephrine
• C)interaction with adrenergic gamma and delta receptors
• D)termination of action which is usually via re-uptake into the neuron

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Definitions:

Constitutive Genes

Genes that are constantly active and expressed at a fixed rate in an organism, providing the basic functions necessary for its survival.

Always Expressed

refers to genes or traits that are continually active or manifest in an organism, regardless of environmental conditions.

Cell

The smallest structural and functional unit of an organism, typically microscopic and consisting of cytoplasm and a nucleus enclosed in a membrane.

Activator Protein

A positive regulatory protein that stimulates transcription when bound to DNA. Compare with repressor protein.