Fluid balance receptors Flashcards
1
Q
what is the function of osmoreceptors?
A
located in the hypothalamus, keep track of the osmotically or the concentration of blood
2
Q
what is the predominant osmotically active particle in the blood?
A
sodium
3
Q
what is the function of baroreceptors?
A
sensors located in the blood vessel walls and in the kidney
- these receptors measure the stretch in the vessel walls that is produced by blood volume and BP
4
Q
what mechanisms of fluid balance does the body use in response to messages from the osmo- an baro- receptors
A
these are thirst, ADH, the SNS, the RAAS and natriuretic peptides
