Nociception

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-007979",
  "term": "Nociception",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The neural process of encoding and processing noxious stimuli, which are those that are actually or potentially damaging to tissue. It involves the activation of specialized sensory neurons called nociceptors, which transmit signals to the central nervous system. This process is distinct from the subjective experience of pain.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "antinociception",
    "brain",
    "nerve",
    "pain"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2015, 87, 841. 'IUPAC Glossary of terms used in neurotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2015)' on page 891 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-0103)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/nociception/"
}