Abstract
The alpha-2 adrenoceptor (alpha2r) and the angiotensin 2 receptor AT1 (AT1r) in the nucleus of the solitary tract (NTS) have pivotal importance in the regulation of the baroreflex. Both receptors induce changes in the arterial pressure and baroreflex sensitivity upon stimulation.It is known that AT1r activation reduces the alpha2r affinity in the NTS, which indicates that not only these r…