Lecture 8 Flashcards
M (muscarinic) receptor
G-protein coupled
nicotinic receptors are sensitive for…
Acetylcholine
N-receptor
ligand-gated ion channel receptor
relaxation
low bp
M-receptor
G-protein receptor
contraction
high bp
Ca2+
constriction
cAMP
relaxation
postitive chrono trope (NA+)
increased heart rate
positive inotrope (Ca2+)
increased contractility
hypothalamus
regulates body temperature, fluid balance and energy balance
pituitary
produces hormones (growth/regulation), controlled by hypothalamus
vasopressin
increases blood pressure
ADH
water retention, keeps water in system
Oxytocin
quick birth, uterus muscle contraction, milk ejection during breast feeding
pituitary takes care of
growth, reproduction, metabolism, etc.