Drug Effects on the Synapse

Item #4 of 10

Autoreceptors normally ____________________.

open ion channels on the postsynaptic membrane;

produce acetylcholine;

inhibit neurotransmitter synthesis;

facilitate neurotransmitter synthesis;

all of the alternatives above are correct;

INCORRECT - Autoreceptors are located on dendrites, and their action does not involve ion channels.

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		open ion channels on the postsynaptic membrane;
		produce acetylcholine;
		inhibit neurotransmitter synthesis;
		facilitate neurotransmitter synthesis;
		all of the alternatives above are correct;