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allostasis

Syllabification: (al·lo·sta·sis)
Pronunciation: /ˌaləˈstāsis/

Definition of allostasis

noun

  • the process by which the body responds to stressors in order to regain homeostasis.

Derivatives

allostatic

Pronunciation: /-ˈstatik/

adjective

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