baroceptor
/ˈbɛroʊˌsɛptər/
noun
- A sensory nerve ending in the body that responds to changes in pressure, especially blood pressure.
- When you stand up quickly, your baroceptors signal your heart to beat faster.
- Baroceptors in the carotid artery help regulate blood pressure.
- Damage to baroceptors can cause dizziness when changing positions.
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