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Where are specific opioid receptors present in our body?(a) Central nervous system and gastrointestinal tract(b) Peripheral nervous system and Urinary tract(c) Central nervous system and reproductive tract(d) Present near heartThe question was asked during an internship interview.My question is from Human Health and Disease in portion Human Health and Disease of Biology – Class 12

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Right choice is (a) Central nervous system and gastrointestinal tract

Easy explanation: Opioids are drugs which bind to SPECIFIC OPIOID receptors present in our central nervous system and gastrointestinal tract. Opioids are widely used to numb pain, RELIEVE spasm, reduce anxiety and cause drowsiness. They are, HOWEVER, addictive.



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