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vasopressor
[vas″o-pres´or]1. stimulating contraction of the muscular tissue of the capillaries and arteries.
2. an agent that has this effect.
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va·so·pres·sor
(vā'sō-pres'ŏr, vas-ō-),1. Producing vasoconstriction and a rise in blood pressure, usually understood to be systemic arterial pressure unless otherwise specified.
2. An agent that has this effect.
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vasopressor
(vā′zō-prĕs′ər)adj.
Of, relating to, or causing constriction of blood vessels.
n.
An agent that causes a rise in blood pressure.
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va·so·pres·sor
(vā'sō-pres'ŏr)1. Producing vasoconstriction and a rise in systemic arterial pressure.
2. An agent that has this effect.
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va·so·pres·sor
(vā'sō-pres'ŏr)Agent producing vasoconstriction and a rise in blood pressure, usually understood to be systemic arterial pressure unless otherwise specified.
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