5 Questions
What is the function of the autonomic nervous system (ANS)?
The ANS provides involuntary control of functions such as heartbeat, gut motility, exocrine and some endocrine secretions, and blood vessel tone.
What are the divisions of the nervous system related to efferent pathways?
The divisions are Autonomic nerves (unconscious) and Somatic nerves (voluntary).
What are the origins and target tissues of the ANS?
The ANS conveys outputs from the central nervous system (CNS) to the rest of the body, except for the skeletal muscle, which is controlled by the somatic nervous system. It provides involuntary control of functions such as heartbeat, gut motility, all exocrine and some endocrine secretions, and blood vessel tone.
What is the role of the autonomic nervous system in the peripheral nervous system?
The ANS is part of the peripheral nervous system (PNS) and is not under conscious control. It conveys outputs from the central nervous system (CNS) to the rest of the body, except for the skeletal muscle, which is controlled by the somatic nervous system.
Describe the functions controlled by the autonomic nervous system.
The ANS controls involuntary functions such as heartbeat, gut motility, exocrine and some endocrine secretions, and blood vessel tone. It also has a degree of control over the kidneys, immune system, and somatosensory system.
Test your knowledge of autonomic neurotransmission with this quiz based on the learning resources from Dr. Maria Buckley's Department of Pharmacology & Therapeutics at UCC. Covering topics from Rang & Dales Pharmacology, including chemical mediators and the autonomic nervous system, cholinergic transmission, noradrenergic transmission, and important pharmacological agents.
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