baroceptors
/ˌbɛroʊˈsɛptərz/
noun
- Sensory nerve endings in the body that respond to changes in pressure, especially blood pressure.
- When you stand up quickly, your baroceptors signal the brain to adjust heart rate.
- Damage to baroceptors can cause dizziness and fainting.
- Baroceptors in the carotid artery help regulate blood pressure.