Endorphins Can Reduce Perception of Sensations Initiated By

Question

Endorphins can reduce perception of sensations initiated by
A) nociceptors.
B) mechanoreceptors.
C) thermoreceptors.
D) chemoreceptors.
E) proprioceptors.

Accepted Answer

Endorphins are a type of natural opioid that can reduce the perception of pain. Nociceptors are the sensory receptors that detect pain, making choice A the best answer.