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neuromuscular junction

/ˌnjʊərəʊˈmʌskjʊlər ˈdʒʌŋkʃən/

Traduction: Jonction spécialisée entre un neurone moteur et une fibre musculaire, qui transmet les signaux déclenchant la contraction musculaire.

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/ˌnjʊərəʊˈmʌskjʊlər ˈdʒʌŋkʃən/C1formalmedical
  • frJonction spécialisée entre un neurone moteur et une fibre musculaire, qui transmet les signaux déclenchant la contraction musculaire.

A specialized synapse between a motor neuron and a muscle fiber that transmits signals to initiate muscle contraction.

  1. Synapse between nerve and muscleC1formal

    A specialized connection between a motor neuron and a muscle fiber that allows the transmission of signals to initiate muscle contraction.

    frjonction neuromusculaire

    • The neuromuscular junction is essential for voluntary movement.
    • Disorders of the neuromuscular junction can cause muscle weakness.
    • Acetylcholine is the neurotransmitter released at the neuromuscular junction.