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Baroreceptors
Phys exam 3
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Baroreceptors | type of sensory receptor found in blood vessels and the heart; responds to changes in pressure within the cardiovascular system |
| Where are Baroreceptors found? | *Aortic Arch *Carotid Sinus of Carotid Arteries |
| Where is the cardiovascular control center in the CNS located? | Medulla oblongata |
| What is the relation of Mean Arterial Blood Pressure on Action Potential Frequency? | They are directly proportional - as the MABP rises so does the firing rate of action potentials |
| How do the kidneys control MABP? | They regulate systemic water levels |