Beta adrenoceptors in human nasal mucosa

The significance of the beta adrenergic system in the nasal mucosa isunclear. The authors have used the technique of autoradiography to localize and classify beta adrenoceptors in human nasal mucosa. The receptors have been found to beexclusively of thebeta-2 subtype and the highest density is found...

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Veröffentlicht in:	Journal of laryngology and otology 1991-08, Vol.105 (8), p.632-634
Hauptverfasser:	Woodhead, C. J., Nimmo, A. J.
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Adrenoreceptors Air breathing Autoradiography Biological and medical sciences Fundamental and applied biological sciences. Psychology Humans Main Articles Nasal mucosa Nasal Mucosa - anatomy & histology Nasal Mucosa - blood supply Nasal Mucosa - chemistry Receptors, Adrenergic, beta - analysis Respiratory system: anatomy, metabolism, gas exchange, ventilatory mechanics, respiratory hemodynamics Vertebrates: respiratory system
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Zusammenfassung:	The significance of the beta adrenergic system in the nasal mucosa isunclear. The authors have used the technique of autoradiography to localize and classify beta adrenoceptors in human nasal mucosa. The receptors have been found to beexclusively of thebeta-2 subtype and the highest density is found in the glandularducts. It is suggested that the beta-adrenergic system may have a physiologically important role in controlling the electrolyte composition of nasal secretions.
ISSN:	0022-2151 1748-5460
DOI:	10.1017/S0022215100116871