KNR CHAP 1 HOMESTATIC CONTROLS

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Receptor

  • monitors environment and responds to stimuli

  • sends information to the control center


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Control Center

  • receives input from receptor and determines set point and appropriate response to input

  • sends information to the effector


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Effector

  • receives output and control center

  • provides he means to respond and response reduces or enhances the effect of the stimulus


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Negative Control

  • most feedback mechanisms in the body

  • response reduces or enhances the effect of the stimulus


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Positive Feedback

  • response enhances or exaggerates original stimulus

  • variable changes in same direction, trying to amplify stimulus


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Feedforward Response

occurs in anticipation of a change to internal environment