Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
diastole
noun
/daɪˈæstəni/
Definition
Diastole is the phase of the heartbeat when the heart muscles relax and the chambers fill with blood.
Examples
- During diastole, the heart chambers expand to take in blood.
- Monitoring diastole is crucial for understanding overall heart health.
Meaning
The term refers to the relaxation phase of the heart cycle, allowing it to receive blood from the body and the lungs.
Synonyms
- relaxation
- rest phase
