contractility (Meaning)
contractility (n)
the capability or quality of shrinking or contracting, especially by muscle fibers and even some other forms of living matter
Synonyms & Antonyms of contractility
contractility Sentence Examples
- The contractility of cardiac muscle ensures efficient pumping of blood by the heart.
- Smooth muscle contractility in the intestines facilitates peristalsis, aiding digestion.
- Skeletal muscle contractility allows for voluntary movement and locomotion.
- The contractility of blood vessels helps regulate blood pressure and circulation.
- Alterations in myocardial contractility can affect cardiac output and overall heart function.
- Smooth muscle contractility in the uterus increases during labor to facilitate childbirth.
- Pharmacological agents can modulate the contractility of muscle tissue.
- Smooth muscle contractility in the bronchioles regulates airflow in the respiratory system.
- Impaired contractility of the bladder can lead to urinary retention issues.
- Endothelial dysfunction can affect vascular contractility and contribute to cardiovascular diseases.
FAQs About the word contractility
the capability or quality of shrinking or contracting, especially by muscle fibers and even some other forms of living matter
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The contractility of cardiac muscle ensures efficient pumping of blood by the heart.
Smooth muscle contractility in the intestines facilitates peristalsis, aiding digestion.
Skeletal muscle contractility allows for voluntary movement and locomotion.
The contractility of blood vessels helps regulate blood pressure and circulation.
