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neuromuscular junction

/ˌnjʊərəʊˈmʌskjʊlər ˈdʒʌŋkʃən/

Tradução: Sinapse especializada entre um neurônio motor e uma fibra muscular, que transmite sinais para iniciar a contração muscular.

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/ˌnjʊərəʊˈmʌskjʊlər ˈdʒʌŋkʃən/C1formalmedical
  • ptSinapse especializada entre um neurônio motor e uma fibra muscular, que transmite sinais para iniciar a contração muscular.

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.

    ptJunção neuromuscular

    • 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.