Certain Axons Innervating a Given Neuron Are Damaged

question 14

Multiple Choice

Certain axons innervating a given neuron are damaged. What compensatory change is likely to take place in that postsynaptic cell?

• A) collateral sprouting
• B) removal of toxins
• C) denervation supersensitivity
• D) decrease in glucose utilization

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