exocytic insertion of neurotransmitter receptor to plasma membrane

Term ID

GO:0098881

Synonyms

• neurotransmitter receptor insertion

Definition

The exocytic fusion of neurotransmitter receptor-containing vesicles with plasma membrane, resulting in the integration of neurotransmitter receptors into the plasma membrane. This process includes tethering and docking steps that prepare vesicles for fusion. 19503082

References

Ontology

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