How is the goal of sympathetic neuron function different than that of active hyperemia and flow autoregulation?
a) Sympathetic neuron function aims to maintain constant blood flow regardless of metabolic demands, while active hyperemia and flow autoregulation respond to tissue needs.
b) Sympathetic neuron function aims to enhance blood flow during periods of high demand, while active hyperemia and flow autoregulation seek to limit blood flow to prevent damage.
c) Sympathetic neuron function has no specific goal, whereas active hyperemia and flow autoregulation prioritize oxygen delivery.
d) Sympathetic neuron function and active hyperemia have the same goal, while flow autoregulation is unrelated to blood flow control.