The diagram below shows the autonomic and somatic nervous sy…
The diagram below shows the autonomic and somatic nervous systems. Systems 1-3 represent a unique autonomic system pathway. NT 1 refers to the location where the first neurotransmitter/receptor combo is found. NT 2 refers to the location where the second neurotransmitter/receptor combo is found. In all three pathways, this Neurotransmitter is released at NT 1
Read DetailsThe hypothalamus produces hormones that act directly on the…
The hypothalamus produces hormones that act directly on the anterior pituitary gland. However, these hypothalamic hormones are produced in very small quantities: if they were to be released into the general bloodstream, they would become too dilute for the pituitary to detect. What adaption allows the pituitary to receive a concentrated hypothalamic hormone?
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