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baroreceptor |
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baroreceptor /baro·re·cep·tor/ (-re-sep´ter) a type of interoceptor that is stimulated by pressure changes, as those in blood vessel walls.
baroreceptor (baˑ·r n receptor cell in the bloodstream that relays information about blood pressure to the medulla oblongata. baroreceptor a sensory nerve terminal that is stimulated by changes in pressure, as those in blood vessel walls. baroreceptor reflex reflexes triggered by changes in pressure, usually refers to blood pressure, e.g. carotid sinus reflex. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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