A nociceptor, also called a pain receptor, is a sensory receptor that responds to noxious or painful stimuli.
El nociceptor, también llamado receptor del dolor, es un receptor sensorial que responde a estÃmulos perjudiciales o dolorosos.
| Front | nociceptor |
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| Back | A sensory receptor that responds to noxious or painful stimuli; also called a pain receptor. |
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