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autoregulation

/ˌɔː.təʊ.rɛɡ.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/

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noun

/ˌɔː.təʊ.rɛɡ.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/C1formalscientific
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее процессы, с помощью которых клетка или организм поддерживают в целом постоянное физиологическое состояние.

A noun referring to the processes by which a cell or organism maintains a generally constant physiological state.

uncountable

  1. Physiological self-regulationC1formalmedical

    The ability of a cell, tissue, or organ to maintain a stable internal environment by adjusting its own functions in response to changes.

    ruСаморегуляция

    • The kidney uses autoregulation to keep blood flow constant despite changes in blood pressure.
    • Autoregulation in the brain ensures a steady supply of oxygen and nutrients.
    • The heart's autoregulation mechanisms help it adapt to varying demands during exercise.
Forms
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  • autoregulation's possessive singular form