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GO: Biological Process

general adaptation syndrome

Term ID
GO:0051866
Synonyms
  • general adaptation syndrome, physiological process
  • general adaptation syndrome, physiological response
  • physiological process during general adaptation syndrome
  • physiological response during general adaptation syndrome
Definition
General adaptation syndrome is the set of changes in various organ systems of the body, especially the pituitary-endocrine system, in response to a wide range of strong external stimuli, both physiological and psychological. It is described as having three stages: alarm reaction, where the body detects the external stimulus; adaptation, where the body engages defensive countermeasures against the stressor; and exhaustion, where the body begins to run out of defenses. (2)
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Phenotype
Phenotype caused by Genes