Understanding Pharmacology: What Does CTZ (Chemoreceptor Trigger Zone) Do?
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The chemoreceptor trigger zone (CTZ) is a specialized area in the brain that detects emetogenic (vomiting-inducing) substances in the blood and cerebrospinal fluid [1.2.1, 1.3.1]. But from a pharmacological standpoint, what does CTZ do and how is it targeted by medications?
