efferent

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Afferent and efferent can also refer generally to neurons which, respectively, bring information to or send information from brain region.

From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2015

The central autonomic structure is the hypothalamus, which coordinates sympathetic and parasympathetic efferent pathways to regulate activities of the organ systems of the body.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

This activates efferent neurons to release acetylcholine at the neuromuscular junctions, producing detrusor contraction and bladder emptying.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

Recall that the DCT is in intimate contact with the afferent and efferent arterioles of the glomerulus.

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The auricles, one pair, are contractile expansions of the efferent branchial vessels.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 6 "Celtes, Konrad" to "Ceramics" by Various