HSD2 neuron
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hsd2-neuron-285-10467862
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HSD2 neuron
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HSD2 neurons are a small group of neurons in the brainstem which are uniquely sensitive to the mineralocorticosteroid hormone aldosterone, through expression of HSD11B2. They are located within the caudal medulla oblongata, in the nucleus of the solitary tract (NTS). HSD2 neurons are activated during a prolonged deficit in body sodium or fluid volume, as occurs after dietary sodium deprivation or during frank hypovolemia. They are also activated by supraphysiologic stimulation of the mineralocor
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HSD2_neuron
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2024-04-26T17:47:38Z
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