Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sphygm
Prefix
/ˈsfɪɡ.ʌm/
Definition
A prefix used in medical terminology related to pulse or the measurement of blood pressure.
Examples
- Sphygmomanometer – An instrument used to measure blood pressure.
- Sphygmography – The process of recording the pulse.
Meaning
Sphygm is often associated with terms that deal with the pulse, especially in medical and healthcare contexts.
Synonyms
- Pulse measurement
