Canadian Medical Guide > Anatomy > Nervous System > Peripheral Nervous System > Nerve Endings > Receptors, Sensory > Nociceptors Terms and Definitions
Nociceptors
Medical Definition: | Peripheral receptors for pain. Nociceptors include receptors which are sensitive to painful mechanical stimuli, extreme heat or cold, and chemical stimuli. All nociceptors are free nerve endings. |
Guide Notes: | sensory receptors for pain; DF: NOCICEPT |
Previously Indexed: | Neurons, Afferent (1969-1977),Pain (1966-1977) |
Nociceptors Medical Definitions and Terms
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