Sympathetic G-Protein-linked 2nd Messengers Flashcards
1
Q
Mnemonic for the Receptors
A
“qiss”
alpha1,2, beta 1,2
2
Q
What do alphas do?
A
Constrict
3
Q
What do betas do?
A
Relax
4
Q
Gq has which receptor type?
A
alpha 1
5
Q
Gi has which receptor type?
A
alpha 2
6
Q
Gs has which receptor types?
A
Beta1,2
7
Q
Which receptor is associated with Vascular smooth muscle contraction?
A
alpha 1 , Gq
8
Q
Which receptor is associated with decreased sympathetic flow?
A
alpha 2, Gi
9
Q
Which receptor is associated with increased HR and contractility?
A
beta 1, Gs
10
Q
Which receptor is associated with bronchodilation?
A
beta 2, Gs
11
Q
Which receptor is associated with decreased uterine tone?
A
beta 2, Gs
