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New Enzyme Synthesis as a Long-Term Adaptation to Increased Transmitter Utilization

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New Concepts in Neurotransmitter Regulation

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Adequate regulatory function of the peripheral autonomous nervous system depends on both prompt liberation and prompt inactivation of the neurohumoral transmitter substances.

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    Hans Thoenen & Franz Oesch

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    Arnold J. Mandell

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Thoenen, H., Oesch, F. (1973). New Enzyme Synthesis as a Long-Term Adaptation to Increased Transmitter Utilization. In: Mandell, A.J. (eds) New Concepts in Neurotransmitter Regulation. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4613-4574-9_3

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