Vasoconstriction means the narrowing or squeezing of blood vessels, which reduces the flow of blood through them.
Sentences with «vasoconstriction»
Do not use ice - cold water on your dog; this causes vasoconstriction in the skin and actually locks in the heat. (eukanuba.com)
Because pericytes play a role in vasoconstriction in capillaries (27), we sought to investigate whether their numbers were altered by heterochronic parabiosis. (scienceintheclassroom.org)
When your body experiences cold temperature, peripheral vasoconstriction of your extremities occurs, sending blood closer to your core (and heart) to maintain warmth. (blog.bridgeathletic.com)