anacrotic

[an-uh-krot-ik]

anacrotic Definition

pertaining to the ascending part of a pulse tracing, from the lowest point to the peak.

Using anacrotic: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "anacrotic" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The anacrotic limb of the pulse tracing is the ascending portion of the pulse wave.

  • Example

    The anacrotic notch is a small notch seen in the ascending limb of the arterial pulse tracing.

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Summary: anacrotic in Brief

'Anacrotic' [an-uh-krot-ik] is an adjective that refers to the ascending part of a pulse tracing, from the lowest point to the peak. It is a technical term used in medical contexts to describe the shape of a pulse wave. An example of its use is 'The anacrotic limb of the pulse tracing is the ascending portion of the pulse wave.'