autoregulation

noun

au·​to·​reg·​u·​la·​tion ˌȯt-ō-ˌreg-yə-ˈlā-shən How to pronounce autoregulation (audio)
: the maintenance of relative constancy of a physiological process by a bodily part or system under varying conditions
especially : the maintenance of a constant supply of blood to an organ in spite of varying arterial pressure
the influence of vasoactive agents on autoregulation of renal flow Science
autoregulate verb
autoregulated; autoregulating
autoregulatory adjective

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“Autoregulation.” Merriam-Webster.com Medical Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/medical/autoregulation. Accessed 14 Nov. 2024.

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