SYMPATHETICNERVOUSSYSTEM

Sympathetic nervous system

The sympathetic nervous system is one of three major parts of the autonomic nervous system . Its general action is to mobilize the body's nervous system fight-or-flight response. It is, however, constantly active at a basic level to maintain homeostasis.

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sympathetic nervous system

Noun

  1. The part of the autonomic nervous system that under stress raises blood pressure and heart rate, constricts blood vessels and dilates the pupils.


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