AMPA
What is AMPA?
AMPA refers to α-amino-3-hydroxy-5-methyl-4-isoxazolepropionic acid receptors, commonly abbreviated as AMPA receptors. These are a type of ionotropic glutamate receptor which mediate fast synaptic transmission in the central nervous system. AMPA receptors are crucial for synaptic plasticity, a cellular mechanism for learning and memory. They are composed of four subunits that form a channel through the neuron’s membrane, which, when activated by the neurotransmitter glutamate, allows positively charged ions (such as sodium (Na+) and potassium (K+)) to flow through.
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Created: 14-10-24 16:46