Asked by Daniel Hufendick on May 06, 2024
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Myelinated afferent neurons are called
A) A fibers.
B) beta afferents.
C) C fibers.
D) delta afferents.
Myelinated Afferent
Nerve fibers with a myelin sheath that conduct sensory signals to the central nervous system, often related to proprioception and touch.
A Fibers
Myelinated nerve fibers in the nervous system that are responsible for transmitting sharp, acute pain sensations and other information.
- Master the understanding of the primary elements of the nervous system involved in the experience of pain.
- Understand the distinctions in how pain is perceived among various fiber categories.
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Tzipora TelushkinaMay 09, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Myelinated afferent neurons are called A fibers.
Learning Objectives
- Master the understanding of the primary elements of the nervous system involved in the experience of pain.
- Understand the distinctions in how pain is perceived among various fiber categories.