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Afferent Sensory Neurons: The Body’s Vital Data Link

Afferent Sensory Neurons: The Body’s Vital Data Link

Introduction to the Afferent Sensory Neuron The Afferent Sensory Neuron, often referred to simply as a sensory neuron, represents the foundational element of the peripheral nervous system (PNS) responsible for collecting information from the external and internal environments and transmitting it toward the central nervous system (CNS)—the brain and spinal cord. The term “afferent” is […]

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