Rheometer (Noun)
Meaning
An instrument for measuring the flow of liquids (especially arterial blood).
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The laboratory technician carefully calibrated the rheometer before using it to measure the viscosity of the patient's blood sample.
- The rheometer's advanced sensors provided real-time data on blood flow velocity and pressure in the arterial system.
- To better understand cardiovascular disease, researchers used a rheometer to study the flow properties of blood in healthy and diseased arteries.
- The doctor ordered tests to be conducted using a rheometer to analyze the effects of the new treatment on blood flow in patients with high blood pressure.
- By using a rheometer in conjunction with other diagnostic tools, the medical team was able to gain a more complete understanding of the patient's circulatory system.