What Does PNS Stand For?
PNS stands for Peripheral Nervous System
The Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) is a crucial component of the nervous system that encompasses all neural tissue outside the brain and spinal cord. It connects the central nervous system (CNS) to the limbs and organs, facilitating communication between the brain and the rest of the body. The PNS is divided into the somatic nervous system, which controls voluntary movements and sensory information, and the autonomic nervous system, which regulates involuntary functions such as heart rate and digestion. Together, these systems play a vital role in maintaining homeostasis and enabling adaptive responses to environmental changes.
Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 16th June 2025 | Edit Acronym