Definition
acapnia
noun
- a medical condition characterized by an abnormally low level of carbon dioxide in the blood, typically resulting from hyperventilation
Usage: medical/clinical term; also called hypocapnia
Examples
- Prolonged hyperventilation can lead to acapnia, causing dizziness and tingling sensations.
- The patient's acapnia was corrected by slowing her breathing rate.
- Acapnia may result in alkalosis if carbon dioxide levels drop too significantly.
- Athletes sometimes experience mild acapnia during intense training sessions.
- The doctor monitored blood gas levels to detect any signs of acapnia.