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Receptor
01
a sense organ or nerve ending that can respond to external stimuli and is able to transmit data to the central nervous system
02
a cellular structure that is postulated to exist in order to mediate between a chemical agent that acts on nervous tissue and the physiological response
Example
Glutamate receptors on nerve cells play a significant role in learning and memory processes.
The sense of taste begins when food molecules interact with receptors on the taste buds, sending signals to the brain for interpretation.
Neurotransmitters released into the synapse bind to receptors on the receiving neuron, facilitating the transmission of nerve impulses.
Antihistamines are commonly used to relieve symptoms of allergic reactions by blocking histamine receptors.
