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Synaptic Signal Fidelity

Meaning

Synaptic Signal Fidelity is the measure of accuracy and reliability with which a chemical or electrical signal is transmitted across the synapse, the junction between two neurons. High fidelity implies a clear, precise, and undistorted transfer of information, which is crucial for complex cognitive functions, motor control, and the precise, rapid feedback loops of the neuroendocrine system. Impaired fidelity, often due to chronic inflammation or nutrient deficits, results in ‘noise’ in the system, leading to cognitive fog, mood instability, and dysregulated hormonal command signals.