Receptor Proteins for the Neurotransmitter Molecules Released by Rods and Cones

Question

Receptor proteins for the neurotransmitter molecules released by rods and cones are found on
A) ganglion cells.
B) horizontal cells.
C) amacrine cells.
D) bipolar cells.
E) lateral cells.

Accepted Answer

Receptor proteins for the neurotransmitter molecules released by rods and cones are found on bipolar cells. Bipolar cells receive input from rods and cones and transmit signals to ganglion cells, which then send information to the brain. Horizontal and amacrine cells are important for integrating signals within the retina, but do not have receptors for neurotransmitters released by rods and cones. Lateral cells are not a recognized cell type in the retina.