Definition of Vasoconstriction

1. Noun. Decrease in the diameter of blood vessels.

Generic synonyms: Constriction

Definition of Vasoconstriction

1. Noun. constriction of a blood vessel ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Medical Definition of Vasoconstriction

1. The diminution of the calibre of vessels, especially constriction of arterioles leading to decreased blood flow to a part. This entry appears with permission from the Dictionary of Cell and Molecular Biology (11 Mar 2008)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Vasoconstriction

vaso-
vaso-orchidostomy
vaso vasorum
vasoactive
vasoactive amine
vasoactive intestinal contractor
vasoactive intestinal peptide
vasoactive intestinal polypeptide
vasoactivities
vasoactivity
vasoarrhythmia
vasocongestion
vasocongestive
vasoconstricting
vasoconstriction (current term)
vasoconstrictions
vasoconstrictive
vasoconstrictor
vasoconstrictor agents
vasoconstrictors
vasodentin
vasodentine
vasodepression
vasodepressor
vasodepressor substance
vasodepressor syncope
vasodilatation
vasodilatations
vasodilate

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