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hyperfunction
hyperfunction (ˌhaɪpəˈfʌŋkʃən) n1. (Medicine) med excessive activity or functioning2. (Mathematics) maths a pair of holomorphic functions distinguished by a boundaryhy•per•func•tion (ˌhaɪ pərˈfʌŋk ʃən)
n. abnormally increased function, esp. of glands or other organs. [1905–10] TranslationsHyperfunction
Hyperfunction the intensification of the activity (function) of a given organ, tissue, or system. In some cases hyperfunction may be an adaptive reaction to living conditions. (For example, in athletes there may be an increase in the size—hypertrophy—of the cardiac muscle and increase in the strength of its contractions.) In other cases it is a disorder leading to illness of the organism. (For example, hyperthyroidism results from hyperfunction of the thyroid gland—increased production of the hormone thyroxine.) hyperfunction
hyperfunction [hi″per-fungk´shun] excessive functioning of a part or organ. |