10 Questions
Which type of calcium channels are present in the zona glomerulosa of the human adrenal gland?
N-type, L-type, and T-type
What is the primary use of calcium channel blockers?
To decrease blood pressure in patients with hypertension
In addition to decreasing blood pressure, what else can calcium channel blockers frequently be used for?
To alter heart rate, prevent vasospasm, and reduce chest pain
What is one of the common causes of elevated systolic blood pressure in elderly patients that calcium channel blockers are particularly effective against?
Large vessel stiffness
How do calcium channel blockers directly influence the biosynthesis of aldosterone in adrenocortical cells?
By influencing the voltage-dependent calcium channels
What is the primary use of calcium channel blockers?
Decrease blood pressure
Which type of calcium channels are present in the zona glomerulosa of the human adrenal gland?
N-type
What is one of the common causes of elevated systolic blood pressure in elderly patients that calcium channel blockers are particularly effective against?
Large vessel stiffness
In addition to decreasing blood pressure, what else can calcium channel blockers frequently be used for?
Alter heart rate
How do calcium channel blockers directly influence the biosynthesis of aldosterone in adrenocortical cells?
Inhibit aldosterone production
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