Defecation reflex — Flashcards

Intestinal peristalsis occurs in response to binding of _____ to intrinsic primary afferent neurons (IPANs)

Primary achalasia is due to an autoimmune destruction of ganglion cells in the _____ plexus

The _____ nervous system is usually inhibitory on functions of the GI tract

The _____ nervous system can direct all functions of the GI tract, even in the absence of extrinsic innervation (e.g. PNS/SNS)

The _____ plexus of the gut wall primary controls secretion and blood flow

_____ contractions serve to mix intestinal contents; "back-and-forth movement"

satiety

What is the function of the area postrema?

Give two cell types rich in rough endoplasmic reticulum (RER).

Is the plasma membrane symmetric or asymmetric?