Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ventricular-myocyte
Noun
/vɛnˈtrɪkjʊlər ˈmaɪəsɪt/

Definition
A ventricular myocyte is a type of cardiac muscle cell located in the ventricles of the heart, responsible for contracting and pumping blood out of the heart.

Examples
- The ventricular myocyte’s contraction is essential for maintaining proper blood flow.
- Damage to ventricular myocytes can lead to heart failure.
- Researchers study ventricular myocytes to understand heart diseases better.

Meaning
These cells play a crucial role in the heart’s function, allowing it to effectively circulate blood throughout the body.

Synonyms
- Cardiac myocyte
- Heart muscle cell