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.

Synonyms: Inspiratory Capacities, Inspiratory Capacity, Capacity, Inspiratory, Capacities, Inspiratory

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91; was see under LUNG VOLUME MEASUREMENTS 1975-90 ,91(75); was see under LUNG VOLUME MEASUREMENTS 1975-90

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D007320

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