NREMT Advanced EMT

Category - Medical Knowledge

Where are the osmoreceptors located?
  1. Thalamus
  2. Thorax
  3. Hypothalamus
  4. Red blood cells
Explanation
Answer - C - Osmoreceptors are located in the hypothalamus. The osmoreceptors monitor for changes in the osmolarity of the blood. When the blood has less fluid, the osmoreceptors stimulate the release of anti-diuretic hormones, which stimulates water re-absorption in the kidneys.
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