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The axons of the preganglionic neurons release acetylcholine on the postganglionic neurons, which are generally located very near the target organs.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

Most preganglionic neurons in the sympathetic pathway originate in the spinal cord.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

During stress, one postganglionic neuron can synapse on multiple preganglionic neurons, and the adrenal gland releases norepinephrine.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

These cells are innervated by preganglionic autonomic nerve fibers from the central nervous system.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

Comparing the relative lengths of axons in the parasympathetic system, the preganglionic fibers are long and the postganglionic fibers are short because the ganglia are close to—and sometimes within—the target effectors.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013