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afferent [′af·ə·rənt] (physiology) Conducting or conveying inward or toward the center, specifically in reference to nerves and blood vessels. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Long-latency enhancement of
quadriceps excitability from stimulation of skin afferents in young and
old adults. 1]) receptors have been found in some
vestibular afferents. Sensory afferents are
mediated through the visceral afferent fibers derived from the same
spinal segments. |
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