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beta-receptor

be·ta-re·cep·tor (plural be·ta-re·cep·tors)


noun 
Definition:
 
cell feature: a site on cells in the autonomic nervous system that responds to hormones such as epinephrine and operates to control blood pressure, regulate the heartbeat, and contract muscles

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