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Nervous System > Synapses > Presynaptic Terminals
Cells > Cellular Structures > Cell Surface Extensions > Axons > Presynaptic Terminals
Cells > Neurons > Nerve Fibers > Axons > Presynaptic Terminals
Nervous System > Neurons > Nerve Fibers > Axons > Presynaptic Terminals

Preferred term

Presynaptic Terminals  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • The distal terminations of axons which are specialized for the release of neurotransmitters. Also included are varicosities along the course of axons which have similar specializations and also release transmitters. Presynaptic terminals in both the central and peripheral nervous systems are included.

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Entry terms

  • Axon Terminals
  • Nerve Endings, Presynaptic
  • Synaptic Boutons
  • Synaptic Terminals

In other languages

  • French

  • Bouton terminal
  • Boutons synaptiques
  • Boutons terminaux
  • Terminaison présynaptique
  • Terminaisons axonales
  • Terminaisons nerveuses présynaptiques
  • Terminaisons pré-synaptiques

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