Pumped
Pumped
Pumped (pronounced: /pʌmpt/) is a term often used in the medical field, particularly in relation to the circulatory system and the process of blood being "pumped" through the body by the heart.
Etymology
The term "pumped" originates from the Latin word "pumpa", which means to push or thrust. It was later adopted into Middle English as "pumpen", which referred to the action of forcing liquid or gas to move in a specified direction.
Related Terms
- Heart: The organ that pumps blood throughout the body.
- Circulatory System: The system in the body responsible for the transportation of blood, which is pumped by the heart.
- Blood: The fluid that is pumped by the heart through the circulatory system.
- Blood Vessels: The channels through which blood is pumped throughout the body.
- Cardiac Output: The amount of blood the heart pumps through the circulatory system in a minute.
- Stroke Volume: The amount of blood pumped by the heart with each beat.
Usage in Medical Context
In a medical context, "pumped" is often used to describe the action of the heart as it contracts to force blood through the circulatory system. This action is vital for the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to the cells of the body, as well as for the removal of waste products. The efficiency with which the heart pumps blood can be affected by a variety of factors, including heart disease, high blood pressure, and certain medications.
See Also
- Cardiology: The study of the heart and its function in health and disease.
- Hemodynamics: The study of the forces involved in circulating blood through the body.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pumped
- Wikipedia's article - Pumped
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