Epinephrine

question 32

Multiple Choice

Epinephrine:

• A)crosses the blood-brain barrier to directly influence the amygdala.
• B)activates brainstem nuclei that produce norepinephrine.
• C)disrupts release of norepinephrine by brainstem nuclei.
• D)is released by the basolateral nucleus in response to foot shock.

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