Fluid Intake is Governed Mainly by Hypothalamic Neurons Called

Question

Fluid intake is governed mainly by hypothalamic neurons called .
A) baroreceptors
B) proprioceptors
C) nociceptors
D) osmoreceptors
E) mechanoreceptors

Accepted Answer

Osmoreceptors in the hypothalamus detect changes in the concentration of solutes in the blood and cerebrospinal fluid, which in turn regulates thirst and fluid intake.