Concept information
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- neurophysiology
- sensation
Preferred term
nociception
Type
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Topic
Definition
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Sensing of noxious mechanical, thermal or chemical stimuli by nociceptors. It is the sensory component of visceral and tissue pain (nociceptive pain).
Source: Medical Subject Headings 2013
Type: Concept definition
Broader concept
Synonyms
- nociperception
In other languages
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Spanish
URI
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/188009
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