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Dilate 1. To grow wide; to expand; to swell or extend in all directions. His heart dilates and glories in his strength.... Read More

Definition noun A nonapeptide that is vasoactive causing blood vessels to dilate Supplement Bradykinin is a type of kinin.... Read More

By Vicki MozoDamage in the vasculature is common in individuals who have high sugar level in blood. It seems that an... Read More

tent (Science: surgery) A roll of lint or linen, or a conical or cylindrical piece of sponge or other absorbent, used... Read More

Integumentary System Definition The integumentary system is the outermost layer of the body. The animal body, in... Read More

Nitrates A group of medications that are made from a chemical with a nitrogen base. Nitrates relax smooth muscle, dilate... Read More

Definition noun The capability of being distended or stretched under pressure. Supplement For instance, the distensibility... Read More

Feedback Mechanism Definition What is a feedback mechanism? A feedback mechanism is a physiological regulation system in a... Read More

Definition noun The medical or scientific term for brain freeze Supplement The sphenopalatine ganglioneuralgia is a type of... Read More

What Is Fibrinous Exudate? Fibrinous exudate is a type of exudate (inflammatory fluid) that forms at the site of tissue... Read More

A muscle act typically either under the control of the will or without conscious control. Muscles that can be controlled at... Read More

Definition noun The part of the cervical canal, forming an internal narrowing of the uterine cavity Supplement The cervix... Read More

Definition noun, plural: pupillary light reflexes A reflex marked by the constriction of the pupil in response to the... Read More

Terminology and Concepts Primary reproductive organs are called gonads - testes in the male and ovaries in the female.... Read More