In circumstances where the body requires prolonged or increased levels of a hormone,the DNA of target cells will specify the synthesis of more receptors on the surface of the cells of the target organ.This is known as .
A)the cell's sensitivity reaction
B)up- regulation
C)cellular affinity
D)a reaction to a stressor

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Up-regulation is the process by which a cell increases the number of receptors on its surface in response to prolonged or increased levels of a hormone. This allows the cell to respond more effectively to the hormone and maintain homeostasis.

In Circumstances Where the Body Requires Prolonged or Increased Levels