Neurophysiology — Flashcards

_____ is the main inhibitory neurotransmitter of the spinal cord

_____ is probably the best known inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain, especially in the forebrain regions.

In the direct basal ganglia pathway, the neurons of the striatum lead to _____ of neurons of the globus pallidus internus

_____ is the main excitatory neurotransmitter of the CNS

Episodic Declarative memory involves the _____ and hippocampus  for retention.

If venous pressure exceeds CSF pressure, arachnoid villi _____ the tubules to prevent the entry of blood into the subarachnoid space.

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What is the function of Anterior thalamic nuclei?_____

Sympathetic neurons have _____ pre-ganglionic and long post-ganglionic neurons

The anterior spinothalamic tract carries information for _____ and pressure

Activation of the _____ adrenergic receptor causes contraction of the pupillary dilator muscle, causing mydriasis