Autoreceptors

**Definition:** Transmitter receptors on or near presynaptic terminals (or varicosities) which are sensitive to the transmitter(s) released by the terminal itself. Receptors for the hormones released by hormone-releasing cells are also included.

**Tree numbers:** - D12.776.543.750.035 - D12.776.543.750.720.670.100

**Synonyms:** - Autoreceptor