A patient presents with a resting tremor, bradykinesia, and rigidity. Imaging reveals degeneration of dopaminergic neurons in the substantia nigra. These symptoms are primarily due to a deficiency in which neurotransmitter in the basal ganglia?
✓ Correct Answer: Option C
Parkinson's disease is characterized by the degeneration of dopaminergic neurons in the substantia nigra pars compacta, leading to a deficiency of dopamine in the basal ganglia. This dopamine deficiency results in the characteristic motor symptoms.
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