alpha-adrenoceptor

Noun
  1. is a type of: receptor - a cellular structure that is postulated to exist in order to mediate between a chemical agent that acts on nervous tissue and the physiological response
    is a part of: sympathetic nervous system - originates in the thoracic regions of the spinal cord; opposes physiological effects of the parasympathetic: reduces digestive secretions; speeds the heart; contracts blood vessels
    same as: alpha receptor, alpha-adrenergic receptor

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