On Fri, 31 Jan 2003, Harry Avis went: > Technically speaking hormones act at a distance from the place they > are activated, neurotranmsitters operate in close proximity.
The distinction I tend to use is: "When it's released into the bloodstream, it's a hormone; when it's released into the cerebrospinal fluid, it's a neurotransmitter." A little broad, but should help the students who asked the question. --David Epstein [EMAIL PROTECTED] --- You are currently subscribed to tips as: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To unsubscribe send a blank email to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
