Definition of HYPOCAPNIA

hypocapnia

Meanings

Noun

  • a state in which the level of carbon dioxide in the blood is lower than normal; can result from deep or rapid breathing
  • A state of diminished carbon dioxide in the blood.

Origin / Etymology

From hypo- + capn- + -ia; more at capno- ยง Etymology.

Synonyms

acapnia, hypocarbia

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