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Acetylcholine Memory Role

Meaning

Acetylcholine’s role in memory refers to its critical function as a primary excitatory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system, particularly within the hippocampus and cortical regions essential for memory consolidation and retrieval. Deficits in cholinergic signaling are frequently observed in age-related cognitive impairment and certain neurodegenerative conditions. Maintaining optimal acetylcholine balance is fundamental for encoding new information and sustaining executive function. This cholinergic activity directly influences synaptic plasticity, the underlying substrate of long-term potentiation.