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Endocrine Feedback Loop Sensitivity

Meaning

Endocrine Feedback Loop Sensitivity is the physiological measure of how responsive the central regulatory glands—the hypothalamus and pituitary—are to the circulating concentrations of peripheral hormones. This sensitivity determines the precision and speed with which the body adjusts hormone production to maintain homeostasis. A diminished sensitivity leads to dysregulated hormone levels and systemic imbalance. Optimal sensitivity ensures precise and adaptive hormonal control.