ACAPNIA

hypocapnia, acapnia

(noun) a state in which the level of carbon dioxide in the blood is lower than normal; can result from deep or rapid breathing

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

acapnia (uncountable)

The state in which the level of carbon dioxide in the blood and tissue is significantly lower than normal.

Synonyms

• hypocapnia

Antonyms

• hypercapnia

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