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orthostatic Definition

ortho·static (-stat′ik)

adjective

of or caused by an upright position orthostatic hypotension

Etymology: ortho- + static

orthostatic Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • hypotension: Health status is impaired in elderly patients with orthostatic hypotension.
  • test: This feature is based on heart rate and heart rate variability measurements taken during an orthostatic test ( standing up from relaxed resting ).