How to Pronounce "hemostasis"
word
hiːˈmɒstəsɪs
hee-MOS-tuh-sis
hiːˈmɒstəsɪs
hee-MOS-tuh-sis
Definition
Hemostasis is the process by which the body stops bleeding and keeps blood inside damaged blood vessels. It involves blood clotting and other natural mechanisms to prevent excessive blood loss.
IPA Transcription
American English
hiːˈmɒstəsɪs
British English
hiːˈmɒstəsɪs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
hee-MOS-tuh-sis
UK
hee-MOS-tuh-sis
Listen in Context
Hemostasis is important for survival after an injury.
Doctors check if hemostasis has been achieved during surgery.
Platelets help with hemostasis by forming clots.
After the cut, the body starts hemostasis almost immediately.