inspiratory reserve volume

inspiratory reserve volume
inspiratory reserve volume n the maximal amount of additional air that can be drawn into the lungs by determined effort after normal inspiration compare EXPIRATORY RESERVE VOLUME

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(IRV) the maximal amount of gas that can be inhaled from the end-inspiratory position.

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