Haemodynamic Response - Mechanisms of Haemodynamic Response

Mechanisms of Haemodynamic Response

Various cell types play a role in HR, including astrocytes, smooth muscle cells, endothelial cells of blood vessels, and pericytes. These cells control whether the vessels are constricted or dilated, which dictates the amount of oxygen and glucose that is able to reach the neuronal tissue.

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