Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
vascular-tone
noun
/ˈvæs.kjʊ.lər toʊn/
Definition
Vascular tone refers to the degree of constriction or relaxation of blood vessels, which determines the flow of blood through the circulatory system.
Examples
- The vascular tone of the arteries can change depending on various stimuli.
- Exercise can improve your body’s ability to regulate vascular tone.
- Medications that alter vascular tone are often used to treat hypertension.
Meaning
It is a physiological condition that affects the diameter of blood vessels, influencing blood pressure and blood flow to different organs and tissues.
Synonyms
- Blood vessel tension
- Vascular constriction
- Vascular resistance
