Canadian Medical Guide > Anatomy > Nervous System > Neurons > Nerve Fibers > Axons > Presynaptic Terminals Terms and Definitions

Presynaptic Terminals

Medical Definition:	The distal terminations of axons which are specialized for the release of neurotransmitters. Also included are varicosities along the course of axons which have similar specializations and also release transmitters. Presynaptic terminals in both the central and peripheral nervous systems are included.
Guide Notes:	distal terminations of axons: note X ref; A 11 qualif except /cytol
Previously Indexed:	Nerve Endings (1966-1993),Synapses (1966-1993)

CANADIAN MEDICAL GUIDE

Thank you for visiting Canadian Medical Guide .com