postsynaptic
English
Etymology
post- + synaptic.
Adjective
postsynaptic (not comparable)
- (cytology) In a synapse, of or pertaining to the neuron that bears receptors for neurotransmitter released into the synaptic cleft by the presynaptic neuron.
Related terms
- presynaptic
Translations
pertaining to the neuron that bears receptors for neurotransmitter released into the synaptic cleft
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