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Mechanisms of Altered Hormone-Neurotransmitter Action During Aging: From Receptors to Calcium Mobilization

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Hormones and neurotransmitters are chemical messengers that allow cells to communicate with each other. Such communication occurs on a continuing basis, but may become greatly increased under conditions of challenge, stress, or other environmental influences on the organism. For example, when a person crosses the street in the face of oncoming traffic, sensory messages from the eyes and ears signal release of various neurotransmitters in the brain. These agents in turn alert various nerves to stimulate release of hormones from certain endocrine glands into the bloodstream. The end result may ultimately be increased conversion of stored nutrients into energy, accelerated muscle contraction, and a rapid dash for the nearest curb.

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Roth, G.S. (1991). Mechanisms of Altered Hormone-Neurotransmitter Action During Aging: From Receptors to Calcium Mobilization. In: Cristofalo, V.J., Lawton, M.P. (eds) Special Focus on the Biology of Aging. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-662-38445-9_8

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