Which of the Following Changes Takes Place When Opioids Bind

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following changes takes place when opioids bind to their mu receptors?

• A) Calcium ion channels on presynaptic neurons close.
• B) The release of glutamate increases.
• C) Postsynaptic mu receptor binding closes potassium ion channels.
• D) Calcium ions flow into the cells.

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