Essential Biochemistry - Neurotransmitters (Section 1 - No. 23)
Which of the following statements is correct about the degradation of neurotransmitters?
Degradation is not necessary to limit the duration of stimulation.
It is necessary to limit the duration of stimulation or inhibition of the postsynaptic membrane.
Degradation is the primary means by which neurotransmitters are recycled.
Degradation occurs in the presynaptic membrane.
Giải thích
The degradation or reuptake of neurotransmitters is necessary to limit the duration of stimulation or inhibition of the postsynaptic membrane.