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Fields of Study > zoology > animal physiology > circulatory system physiology > blood circulation > hemodynamics > cardiac output
Animals, Livestock, One Health > zoology > animal physiology > circulatory system physiology > blood circulation > hemodynamics > cardiac output
Fields of Study > physiology > animal physiology > circulatory system physiology > blood circulation > hemodynamics > cardiac output
Preferred Term:

cardiac output

Definition:
The volume of blood passing through the heart per unit of time. It is usually expressed as liters (volume) per minute so as not to be confused with stroke volume (volume per beat).
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
NALT Core
Broader Concept:
hemodynamics
Entry Terms:
  • cardiac function
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/22398
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