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GlossaryGABAA Receptors

ion channels in the brain that reduce neuronal excitability

GABAA receptors, also known as Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid Type A receptors, are a class of receptors in the brain that respond to the neurotransmitter GABA, the primary inhibitory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system. These receptors are ion channels that, when activated, allow chloride ions to enter the neuron, making it less likely to fire and thus reducing neuronal excitability. This mechanism is crucial for regulating brain activity and is a target for various medications, including sedatives, anxiolytics, and anticonvulsants.

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research Progesterone-Independent Neurosteroid Regulation of Alpha2-GABA-A Receptors in the Hippocampus Subfields

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