Coronary flow reserve refers to:
Show answer and explanation
Correct answer: Gap from resting to maximal flow
Coronary flow reserve is the capacity to increase flow above resting levels. It reflects the ability to meet increased metabolic demand.
Keep practicing
More Coronary circulation questions
- Which condition impairs coronary autoregulation?
- Why does sympathetic stimulation increase coronary blood flow despite vasoconstrictor effects?
- Which parameter best reflects myocardial oxygen consumption?
- During severe coronary artery obstruction, collateral circulation:
- The primary function of coronary circulation is to:
- Coronary blood flow is highest during which phase of the cardiac cycle?