From adrenoceptor mechanisms to clinical therapeutics: Raymond Ahlquist, Ph.D., 1914-1983

Identification of two distinct types of adrenotropic receptors, alpha and beta, by Raymond Ahlquist provided the scientific basis that enabled the development of drugs to selectively block adrenoceptor function. These pharmacotherapeutic advances have improved the care of patients with coronary and hypertensive cardiovascular disease.