tonus Definition
to·nus (tō′nəs)
noun
the slight, continuous partial contraction characteristic of a normal relaxed muscle
Etymology: ModL < L: see tone
tonus Usage Examples
Adjective modifier
arterial: Arterial tonus on ipsilateral side ò , on the contralateral side ñ .
Noun used with modifier
muscle: Norcuron does not affect Apgar score, fetal muscle tonus nor cardiorespiratory adaptation.
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