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Physiological Receptivity

Meaning

Physiological Receptivity refers to the state of a target tissue or organ being maximally responsive to the action of a specific hormone or signaling molecule, a condition essential for effective endocrine communication. This responsiveness is determined by the density and functional status of cell surface or intracellular receptors, as well as the efficiency of the post-receptor signal transduction pathways. Optimizing receptivity is a key therapeutic strategy, particularly in cases of hormone resistance like insulin resistance or androgen insensitivity.