dictionary help| galvanic threshold --> rheobase | medical dictionary |
The minimal strength of an electrical stimulus of indefinite duration that is able to cause excitation of a tissue, e.g., muscle or nerve.
See: chronaxie.
Synonyms: galvanic threshold.
Origin: rheo-+ G. Basis, a base
(05 Mar 2000)
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