Dictionary Definition
vasomotor adj : relating to the nerves and muscles that cause the blood vessels to constrict or dilate
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English
Adjective
- Of or pertaining to the regulation of the diameter of blood vessels.
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Extensive Definition
Vasomotor refers to actions upon a blood vessel which alter its diameter.
More specifically, it can refer to vasodilator action and vasoconstriction action.