Neurotransmitters: Receptors & Functions

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2026A Q05

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For each neurotransmitter listed below:
a) acetylcholine (ACh),
b) gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA),
c) noradrenaline (NorAd),
d) serotonin (5-HT). Outline the following: i) target receptors, including type and location (15% of marks per neurotransmitter), Downstream receptor mechanisms NOT required. ii) functional role(s) (10% of marks per neurotransmitter).

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Exam	Exact exam wording	Candidate success
2026A Q05	For each neurotransmitter listed below: a) acetylcholine (ACh), b) gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), c) noradrenaline (NorAd), d) serotonin (5-HT). Outline the following: i) target receptors, including type and location (15% of marks per neurotransmitter), Downstream receptor mechanisms NOT required. ii) functional role(s) (10% of marks per neurotransmitter).	38.6%