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Which type of receptor constricts blood vessels and increases heart rate?
Alpha
What is the additional function of beta-2 receptors?
Relaxing smooth muscles
Which of the following is a commonly used beta-1 blocker?
Propranolol
Which type of adrenergic receptor is inhibitory and decreases the effects of norepinephrine?
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What is the function of alpha-1 receptors?
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Which type of adrenergic receptor requires calcium to activate?
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Which neurotransmitter stimulates both alpha and beta receptors depending on the dose?
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What is the additional function of beta-2 receptors, besides relaxing blood vessels?
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Which type of adrenergic receptor increases the levels of cyclic AMP?
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What is the role of mixed agonists, such as epinephrine, dopamine, and norepinephrine?
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Which of the following is a commonly used alpha-2 agonist?
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Which type of adrenergic receptor increases heart rate by constricting blood vessels?
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What is the primary physiological function of Alpha-1 (α1) receptors?
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Where are Alpha-2 (α2) receptors predominantly found?
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Which of the following best describes the function of Beta-1 (β1) receptors?
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What is the main role of Alpha-2 (α2) receptors in the central nervous system?
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Which type of receptor is primarily responsible for increasing blood pressure?
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In which tissue are Beta-1 (β1) receptors mainly found?
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What effect do Alpha-2 (α2) receptors have on adrenergic activity?
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Which receptor type stimulates the heart to increase both heart rate and cardiac force?
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What is the primary location of Alpha-1 (α1) receptors in the body?
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Which type of receptor is involved in decreasing the release of noradrenaline and adrenaline?
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What effect do Beta-1 (β1) receptors have on heart rate?
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Which enzyme is inhibited by alpha-2 receptors, resulting in a decrease in intracellular cAMP levels?
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Where are beta-3 (β3) receptors primarily located?
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Which type of receptors cause an increase in intracellular Ca2+ levels?
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What is the primary function of alpha receptors?
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Where are alpha receptors predominantly found?
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Which receptor type activates G-proteins that inhibit adenylyl cyclase?
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What is the main difference between alpha and beta receptors in terms of signaling pathways?
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Which physiological effect results from an increase in intracellular cAMP levels?
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What is the primary function of beta receptors?
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What happens when alpha-2 receptors are activated regarding intracellular cAMP levels?
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Study Notes
- The text discusses the differences between alpha and beta adrenergic receptors.
- Adrenergic receptors are a type of receptor that responds to adrenaline and noradrenaline.
- Sympathetic nervous system, which includes alpha and beta adrenergic receptors, is part of the thoracolumbar system.
- Alpha receptors are excitatory (pro-sympathetic), they increase the effects of norepinephrine by constricting blood vessels, increasing heart rate, and relaxing the sphincters.
- Beta receptors are inhibitory (anti-sympathetic), they decrease the effects of norepinephrine by relaxing blood vessels, decreasing heart rate, and increasing metabolism.
- Beta-2 receptors have an additional function of relaxing smooth muscles, including the bronchioles and the uterus, making them useful as tocolytic agents.
- Alpha-1 receptors are gq-coupled, meaning they require calcium to activate.
- Beta-receptors are gs-coupled, meaning they increase the levels of cyclic AMP.
- Epinephrine stimulates both alpha and beta receptors, depending on the dose.
- Selective agonists and antagonists are available for both alpha and beta receptors.
- Commonly used alpha-1 agonists include phenylephrine and brimonidine.
- Commonly used alpha-2 agonists include clonidine and timolol.
- Commonly used beta-1 blockers include propranolol and metoprolol.
- Commonly used beta-2 agonists include albuterol and salmeterol.
- Mixed agonists, such as epinephrine, dopamine, and norepinephrine, can bind to both alpha and beta receptors.
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Test your knowledge on the differences between alpha and beta adrenergic receptors, their functions, and the effects of selective agonists and antagonists. Learn about the role of adrenergic receptors in the sympathetic nervous system and their responses to adrenaline and noradrenaline.
