Skip to main content

Cholinergic Neurotransmission

Meaning

Cholinergic Neurotransmission is the specific process of chemical signaling between neurons or between a neuron and an effector cell that utilizes acetylcholine (ACh) as the primary neurotransmitter. This form of signaling is indispensable for motor control, autonomic nervous system function, and higher cognitive processes like learning and memory. Impaired cholinergic function is a hallmark of certain neurodegenerative diseases, underscoring its critical role in neurological health and function.