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baroreceptor

 

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Noun baroreceptor has 1 sense
  1. baroreceptor - a sensory receptor that responds to pressure
    --1 is a kind of
    sense organ, sensory receptor, receptor

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Term: Baroreceptor

Definition: A baroreceptor is a sensory receptor that detects changes in blood pressure and helps regulate and maintain blood pressure within a certain range.


Examples:

  • Noun: The baroreceptor in the walls of the carotid artery senses elevated blood pressure and sends signals to the brain to decrease it.
  • Noun: An overactive baroreceptor can cause the body to overcompensate and lower blood pressure too much.
  • Noun: Baroreceptors are found in various locations throughout the body, including the aorta and the kidneys.
  • Adjective: The baroreceptor reflex is an essential physiological mechanism for maintaining cardiovascular homeostasis.
  • Adjective: Excessive baroreceptor sensitivity can lead to irregular blood pressure fluctuations.

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