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Alpha Receptor.
Alpha Receptor - as a noun
Receptors postulated to exist on nerve cell membranes of the sympathetic nervous system in order to explain the specificity of certain agents that affect only some sympathetic activities (such as vasoconstriction and relaxation of intestinal muscles and contraction of smooth muscles)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
alpha-adrenergic receptoralpha-adrenoceptorExample Sentences
"The activation of alpha receptors can cause vasoconstriction."
"In the autonomic nervous system, there are two main types of alpha receptors: alpha-1 and alpha-2 receptors."
"Some medications target alpha receptors to regulate blood pressure."
"Dysfunction of alpha receptors can contribute to various cardiovascular disorders."
"Certain medications can block alpha receptors."
