TRUE about volume receptors is all except:: (A) They are all low pressure receptors, (B) They provide afferent for thirst control, (C) They are located in carotid sinus, (D) They mediate vasopressin release
Answer is C. Carotid sinus receptors are pressure receptors; they respond to stretch stimulus. Volume receptors are present in the right atrium, right ventricle, and pulmonary aery.