BHU PMT BHU PMT (Screening) Solved Paper-2005

  • question_answer
    In parasympathetic nervous system, which of the following is released ?

    A)  Epinephrine                     

    B)  Nor epinephrine

    C)  Serotonin                          

    D)  Acetylcholine

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

                     Autonomic nervous system automatically regulates the activities of smooth muscles, cardiac muscles and glands. This co-ordination is  involuntary. Autonomic nervous system consist of two division ; (i) Sympathetic ANS: It shows sympathy i.e., generally increase the function and expanditure of energy takes place. Preganglionic nerve secretes acetyl choline and postganglionic nerve secrete "sympathatin" (nor epinephrine). (ii) Parasympathetic ANS: It provides relaxation, comfort, pleasure at the time of rest  and conservation of energy takes place. Postganglionic nerve secretes acetylcholin. Serotonin is a vasoconstrictor, secreted from mast cells.


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