osmometric thirst

thirst resulting from a loss of cellular fluids and a relative increase in osmotic pressure. Also called intracellular thirst; osmotic thirst. Compare hypovolemic thirst.

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May 9th 2024

motor test

any test designed to measure motor skills, ranging from gross motor to fine motor manipulation.