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  1. Norepinephrine:
    (1) Is released by sympathetic fibres
    (2) Is released by parasympathetic fibres
    (3) Increases the heart rate
    (4) Decreases blood pressure
    Which of the above said statements are correct?
    1. (1) and (4)
    2. (1) and (3)
    3. (2) and (3)
    4. (2) and (4)
Correct Option: B

Norepinephrine is released by sympathetic fibres i.e, rapidly secreted in response to stress of any kind and during emergency situations. It increases the heart beat, the strength of heart contraction and the rate of respiration.



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