neuronal dense core vesicle exocytosis

Term ID

GO:0099011

Synonyms

Definition

The secretion of molecules (e.g. neuropeptides, insulin-related peptides or neuromodulators such as serotonin and dopamine) contained within a neuronal dense core vesicle by fusion of the granule with the plasma membrane of a neuron in response to increased cytosolic calcium levels. (2)

References

Ontology

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