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Definition of Acapnia
1. Noun. A state in which the level of carbon dioxide in the blood is lower than normal; can result from deep or rapid breathing.
Exact synonyms: Hypocapnia
Generic synonyms: Physical Condition, Physiological Condition, Physiological State
Derivative terms: Acapnial, Acapnic, Acapnotic
Antonyms: Hypercapnia
Generic synonyms: Physical Condition, Physiological Condition, Physiological State
Derivative terms: Acapnial, Acapnic, Acapnotic
Antonyms: Hypercapnia
Definition of Acapnia
1. a lack of carbon dioxide in blood and tissues [n -S]
Medical Definition of Acapnia
1. Less than the normal level of carbon dioxide in the blood. The opposite of hypercapnia. (12 Dec 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Acapnia
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