Alpha Adrenergic Receptors

Question

Alpha adrenergic receptors
A) Increase IP3in the target cells
B) Increase cGMP in the target cells
C) Decreases cGMP in the target cells
D) Increase cAMP in the target cells
E) Decrease cAMP in the target cells

Accepted Answer

Alpha adrenergic receptors, specifically alpha-1 receptors, increase IP3 (inositol triphosphate) in the target cells, leading to increased intracellular calcium levels.