| Property |
Regulatory System Components |
|
| Cellular source |
Neuronal |
Endothelial* |
| Biological stimulus |
Depolarization |
Shear stress |
| Regulatory mechanism |
Calcium influx |
Akt phosphorylation |
| Chemical release |
Periodic |
Continuous |
| Signal transmission |
Low level |
Amplified |
| Physiologic response |
Initiation |
Attainment |
|
| *Endothelial production of nitric oxide may also entail calcium-dependent
activation mechanisms. |
|