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Definition of Rheobase
1. Noun. (neuroscience) The minimum electric current amplitude that results in an action potential ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Rheobase
1. the smallest amount of electricity required to stimulate a nerve [n -S]
Medical Definition of Rheobase
1. 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. Synonym: galvanic threshold. Origin: rheo-+ G. Basis, a base (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Rheobase
Literary usage of Rheobase
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. International Medical and Surgical Surveyby American Institute of Medicine by American Institute of Medicine (1922)
"... and rise of the rheobase extending to complete loss of excitability are
accompanied by swelling of the myelin sheath sufficient to form protuberances ..."
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