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MICRO-AROUSAL [1 record]

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Record 1 2015-12-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • Nervous System
DEF

A brief awakening (3-14 seconds) characterized by abrupt changes in EEG [electroencephalogram] frequency (alpha-beta or delta waves) during sleep.

Key term(s)
  • micro-arousal

French

Domaine(s)
  • Système nerveux
DEF

Réveil de courte durée (3 à 14 secondes), caractérisé par un changement soudain de la fréquence à l’EEG [électroencéphalogramme] (ondes alpha, bêta ou delta) durant le sommeil.

Key term(s)
  • micro-éveil

Spanish

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