HealthAugust 3, 2026

repolarization

ree-POH-luh-ri-ZAY-shun

Definition

The process by which a cell, such as a heart muscle cell, returns to its resting electrical state after an initial period of excitation or contraction.

Etymology

The word is formed from the Latin prefix 're-' (again) combined with 'polarization,' which describes the state of having poles or electrical charge, derived from the Greek 'polos' meaning axis or hinge.

In the news

In the context of the article, repolarization markers are a specific category of ECG signals used to monitor cardiac health and rhythm. These markers are essential for clinical diagnosis and drug safety monitoring because they track the electrical recovery of the heart.

ECG Biomarker Development Market : Global Industry Analysis and Opportunity Assessment, 2036

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