patellar reflex

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Definitions

Noun

a reflex extension of the leg resulting from a sharp tap on the patellar tendon

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Synonyms

knee jerk knee-jerk reflex

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More General Terms

inborn reflex innate reflex instinctive reflex physiological reaction reflex reflex action reflex response unconditioned reflex

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