Receptors Flashcards
1
Q
What do muscarinic receptors do?
A
- increase intracellular Ca2+
- OR open K+ to inhibit adenylyl cyclase
2
Q
What do nictotinic receptors do?
A
- open Na+/K+ channels to deplolarize
3
Q
Alpha 1 receptor
A
postsynaptic - typically has a contractile effect
4
Q
Alpha 2 receptor
A
presynaptic - are typically autoreceptors to inhibit where the NE came from
5
Q
What is the usual job of Beta receptors?
A
Relax
