Hypotension
Term · Chemistry · MLC-T-CHM-005552
A medical condition characterized by abnormally low blood pressure, where the force of blood against artery walls is below the normal range. This can lead to insufficient blood flow to organs, causing symptoms such as dizziness or fainting. A blood pressure reading below 90/60 mmHg is generally considered hypotensive.
| Identifier | MLC-T-CHM-005552 |
|---|---|
| Field | Chemistry |
| Subject | Chemistry and Human Health |
| References | PAC, 2015, 87, 841. 'IUPAC Glossary of terms used in neurotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2015)' on page 874 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-0103) |
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