Afterhyperpolarization

noun

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Noun
  1. 1
    The hyperpolarizing phase of a neuron's action potential. countable, uncountable

    "In sigma-1 KO animals, a reduced afterhyperpolarization results in a higher firing frequency and a stronger muscle contraction."

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"In sigma-1 KO animals, a reduced afterhyperpolarization results in a higher firing frequency and a stronger muscle contraction."

Etymology

From after- + hyperpolarization.

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