lusitropy

English

Etymology

Derived from Ancient Greek λῠ́σῐς (lúsis, “loosing, releasing, ransoming”, noun) +‎ -tropy (“condition of exhibiting (such) a behavior”).

Pronunciation

• (General American) IPA^(key): /luˈsɪ.tɹəp.i/

Noun

lusitropy (uncountable)

1. (physiology) myocardial relaxation

   Antonym: inotropy

Related terms

• lusitropic

References

• “lusitropy” in Farlex Partner Medical Dictionary. (2012).