Vasoconstriction in the Gut is a Likely Response When an Individual

Question

Vasoconstriction in the gut is a likely response when an individual is
A)lying down after standing up.
B)standing up after lying down.
C)stressed and secreting stress hormones.
D)responding to increased blood pressure.
E)having an allergy attack with lots of histamine secretion.

Accepted Answer

Vasoconstriction in the gut is a common physiological response during times of stress, as stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline cause blood vessels to narrow in order to redirect blood flow to vital organs and muscles.