The maximum volume of air that can be inspired after reaching the end of a normal, quiet expiration. It is the sum of the TIDAL VOLUME and the INSPIRATORY RESERVE VOLUME. Common abbreviation is IC.
Entry Version
INSPIRATORY CAPAC
Public MeSH Note
91; was see under LUNG VOLUME MEASUREMENTS 1975-90
History Note
91(75); was see under LUNG VOLUME MEASUREMENTS 1975-90
The maximum volume of air that can be inspired after reaching the end of a normal, quiet expiration. It is the sum of the TIDAL VOLUME and the INSPIRATORY RESERVE VOLUME. Common abbreviation is IC.
