Term Name: exocytic insertion of neurotransmitter receptor to postsynaptic membrane
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Definition: The exocytic fusion of neurotransmitter receptor containing vesicles with the postsynaptic membrane resulting in the integration of NT receptors, enabling them to participate in neurotransmitter reception. This process includes tethering and docking steps that prepare vesicles for fusion.
Ontology: GO: Biological Process [GO:0098967]    QuickGO    AmiGO

Relationships
is part of: neurotransmitter receptor transport to postsynaptic membrane
is a type of: exocytosis regulation of postsynaptic membrane neurotransmitter receptor levels
regulated by: regulation of exocytic insertion of neurotransmitter receptor to postsynaptic membrane