The chemicals that bridge the synaptic clefts are called:

A) sympathomimetics
B) receptors
C) neurotransmitters
D) ganglions


C) neurotransmitters
The space between each synapse (called the synaptic cleft) is bridged by chemicals called neurotransmitters. The two primary neurotransmitters in the autonomic nervous system are acetylcholine (ACh) and norepinephrine (NE).

Health Professions

You might also like to view...

 The _______________ _______________ holds the nail down to underlying skin and provides nutrients to the nail from the blood supply under it. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

Health Professions

Explain why case-mix analysis should be performed by health care facilities

Health Professions

During syncope, the patient will exhibit a deathlike appearance.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

Health Professions

What is the correct code for a patient diagnosed with prostatocystitis?

A. N41.1 B. N41.0 C. N41.2 D. N41.3

Health Professions