Melatonin receptors are found in the SCN and the pituitary gland of the brain, as well as in the ovaries, blood vessels, and intestinal tract. There is a high concentration of receptors in the SCN because this is where melatonin mediates the majority of its affects on circadian rhythm. The binding of melatonin to its receptors on the pituitary gland and the ovaries appears to play a role in regulating the release of reproductive hormones in females. For example, the timing, length, and frequency of menstrual cycles in women are influenced by melatonin.
The process by which the nervous system bypasses the brain to increase response time is called a A. feedback mechanism. B. contraction. C. reflex. D. hormonal response. The process by which the nervous system bypasses the brain to increase response time is called a REFLEX. Log in to see link for more information.
A reflex is a quick involuntary action. There are five steps to a reflex: the stimulus occurs, the sensory neurons sense the stimulus, it sends a message to your spinal cord (â¦ it doesn't reach the brain right then), the spinal cord sends a message to your motor neurons, and the reflex occurs.he signal goes up the sensory nerve to the spinal cord and then down a motor nerve to produce the motion. All of the processing of the signal is done in the spinal cord. An autonomic reflex involves different centers in the brain and does not always trigger motion.