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microcirculation

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[mahy-kroh-sur-kyuh-ley-shuhn] / ˌmaɪ kroʊˌsɜr kjəˈleɪ ʃən /

noun

  1. the movement of blood through the arterioles, capillaries, and venules.


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Etymology

Origin of microcirculation

First recorded in 1955–60; micro- + circulation

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Lee pointed to small studies suggesting vibration might improve microcirculation and skin temperature temporarily.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 9, 2025

Flow through capillaries is often described as microcirculation.

From Textbooks Jun. 19, 2013

The excess lymph, which causes the tinnitus and dizziness, can be dissipated by restoring this "microcirculation."

From Time Magazine Archive

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