Neuropeptides
Also known as: Autocoids; Neurohormones; Minor Neurotransmitters; Peptide Neurotransmitters; Vasoactive Neuropeptides (for Neuropeptides that affect the diameter of Blood Vessels)
Description
Neuropeptides are a variety of locally acting Neurotransmitter-like, Hormone-like Peptides that regulate various cellular functions.
Types of Neuropeptides
Atrial Natriuretic Peptide
Calcitonin Gene-Related Peptide
Endothelins
Neurotensin
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