How do Nervi Vasorum Communicate with Blood Vessels?
Nervi vasorum communicate with blood vessels through neurotransmitters released at the synapses between nerve terminals and smooth muscle cells. These neurotransmitters, such as norepinephrine and acetylcholine, bind to receptors on the smooth muscle cells, triggering either contraction or relaxation. This process is part of the autonomic nervous system, which operates largely without conscious control.
