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beta–receptor
noun be·ta–re·cep·tor \ˈbā-tə-ri-ˈsep-tər\
Definition of BETA-RECEPTOR
: any of a group of receptors that are present on cell surfaces of some effector organs and tissues innervated by the sympathetic nervous system and that mediate certain physiological responses (as vasodilation, relaxation of bronchial and uterine smooth muscle, and increased heart rate) when bound by specific adrenergic agents — compare alpha-receptor
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First Known Use of BETA-RECEPTOR
1948
Medical Dictionary
beta–receptor
noun be·ta–re·cep·tor \-ri-ˌsep-tər\
Medical Definition of BETA–RECEPTOR
: any of a group of receptors that are present on cell surfaces of some effector organs and tissues innervated by the sympathetic nervous system and that mediate certain physiological responses (as vasodilation, relaxation of bronchial and uterine smooth muscle, and increased heart rate) when bound by specific adrenergic agents—called also beta-adrenergic receptor, beta-adrenoceptor; compare alpha-receptor
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