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Receptors muscarinic

receptors, muscarinic

One of the two major classes of cholinergic receptors. Muscarinic receptors were originally defined by their preference for muscarine over nicotine. There are several subtypes (usually m1, m2, m3...) that are characterised by their cellular actions, pharmacology, and molecular biology.


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Overproduction of Cholinesterase

... similar effects to those of specific inhibitors of the nicotinic and muscarinic acetylcholine receptors.

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by MrMistery
Sun Sep 07, 2008 2:32 am
 
Forum: Cell Biology
Topic: Overproduction of Cholinesterase
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The Fiber Disease

... findings." So, one of the four. As posted earlier: Specific receptors in the endings of those afferent nerve fibres in the skin can be ... and released from keratinocytes and interacts with nicotinic and muscarinic receptors. Stimulation of nerve fibres is followed by release ...

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by Skytroll
Sun Sep 10, 2006 7:16 pm
 
Forum: Human Biology
Topic: The Fiber Disease
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The Fiber Disease

... sensory DRG neurons project to different regions of the skin. Specific receptors in the endings of those afferent nerve fibres in the skin can be ... and released from keratinocytes and interacts with nicotinic and muscarinic receptors. Stimulation of nerve fibres is followed by release ...

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by Skytroll
Sun Sep 03, 2006 6:37 pm
 
Forum: Human Biology
Topic: The Fiber Disease
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