autoregulation
/ˌɔːtoʊˌreɡjəˈleɪʃən/
noun
- The ability of an organ or system in the body to maintain a stable condition by adjusting its own activity, especially blood flow.
- The kidneys use autoregulation to maintain a steady filtration rate.
- Autoregulation in the brain keeps blood flow constant even when blood pressure changes.
- Doctors monitor autoregulation to assess how well a patient's organs are functioning.
- The process by which a system or organization regulates itself without outside control.
- The internet relies on autoregulation through community guidelines rather than government rules.
- Autoregulation of the stock market helps prevent extreme fluctuations.
- Some industries prefer autoregulation to avoid strict government oversight.