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Which type of signaling involves cells responding to local mediators that they themselves produce?
Which type of signaling involves cells responding to local mediators that they themselves produce?
- Endocrine signaling
- Synaptic signaling
- Autocrine signaling (correct)
- Paracrine signaling
Which molecule quickly diffuses into neighboring cells?
Which molecule quickly diffuses into neighboring cells?
- cGMP
- Sildenafil
- Nitric Oxide (NO) (correct)
- GPCRs
Which type of receptor is too large or too hydrophilic?
Which type of receptor is too large or too hydrophilic?
- Intracellular receptors
- G-protein-coupled receptors
- Enzyme-coupled receptors
- Ion-channel-coupled receptors (correct)
Which signaling involves broadcasting the signal by secreting it into the bloodstream?
Which signaling involves broadcasting the signal by secreting it into the bloodstream?
What is the role of Gs protein in cell signaling?
What is the role of Gs protein in cell signaling?
Which cells release Nitric Oxide (NO) to allow muscle relaxation?
Which cells release Nitric Oxide (NO) to allow muscle relaxation?
Which family forms the largest family of cell-surface receptors?
Which family forms the largest family of cell-surface receptors?
What is the role of cGMP in cellular function?
What is the role of cGMP in cellular function?
Which type of signaling involves diffusion through the extracellular fluid locally?
Which type of signaling involves diffusion through the extracellular fluid locally?
Flashcards
Autocrine Signaling
Autocrine Signaling
Cells respond to signals they produce themselves.
Nitric Oxide (NO)
Nitric Oxide (NO)
A signaling molecule that rapidly diffuses into nearby cells.
Ion-channel-coupled receptors
Ion-channel-coupled receptors
Receptors located on the cell surface that control the flow of ions across the plasma membrane.
Endocrine Signaling
Endocrine Signaling
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Role of Gs Protein
Role of Gs Protein
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Endothelial Cells (NO Release)
Endothelial Cells (NO Release)
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GPCRs
GPCRs
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Role of cGMP
Role of cGMP
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Paracrine Signaling
Paracrine Signaling
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