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1. Physiological State

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   The physiological state refers to the complete, quantifiable set of homeostatic and allostatic conditions characterizing a living organism at any given moment. It is a multidimensional concept that integrates biochemical activity, neuroendocrine signaling, mechanical tension within connective tissues, and the ambient thermal equilibrium of the organism relative to its immediate environment. While often simplified in clinical contexts to vital signs (such as pulse rate or [bloo…