HYPERVENTILATION
\hˌa͡ɪpəvˌɛntɪlˈe͡ɪʃən], \hˌaɪpəvˌɛntɪlˈeɪʃən], \h_ˌaɪ_p_ə_v_ˌɛ_n_t_ɪ_l_ˈeɪ_ʃ_ə_n]\
Definitions of HYPERVENTILATION
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an increased depth and rate of breathing greater than demanded by the body needs; can cause dizziness and tingling of the fingers and toes and chest pain if continued
By Princeton University
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an increased depth and rate of breathing greater than demanded by the body needs; can cause dizziness and tingling of the fingers and toes and chest pain if continued
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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A pulmonary ventilation rate faster than is metabolically necessary for the exchange of gases. It is the result of an increased frequency of breathing, an increased tidal volume, or a combination of both. It causes an excess intake of oxygen and the blowing off of carbon dioxide.
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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Dopamine Acetyltransferase
- An enzyme that catalyzes the of groups from acetyl-CoA to arylamines. They have wide specificity for aromatic amines, particularly serotonin, and can also catalyze acetyl transfer between arylamines without CoA. EC 2.3.1.5.