Alpha-Adrenergic Receptors

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Also known as:  Alpha-Adrenoceptors

 

Description

Alpha-Adrenergic Receptors are a group of Adrenergic Receptors.

 

Biological Function of Alpha-Adrenergic Receptors

Musculoskeletal System

 Activation of Alpha-Adrenergic Receptors generally causes contraction of Smooth Muscles (except for Intestinal Smooth Muscles).  [1]

 

Nervous System

 Alpha-Adrenergic Receptors initiate Nerve Impulses relating to the Alpha-Adrenergic Nervous System.

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