Define Vasoconstriction, and Describe Its Role in the Human Physiological

question 70

Essay

Define vasoconstriction, and describe its role in the human physiological response to cold.

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Definitions:

Inherited Disease

A disorder or condition that is passed genetically from parent to child, which may be evident at birth or develop later in life.

Progressive Disability

A condition where an individual experiences an increase in the limitations on their physical or mental abilities over time.

Early Death

Death occurring before the average age of natural mortality in a given population.

Malignant Tumor

A cancerous growth that is invasive and can spread to other parts of the body.