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Term
abdominocentesis
Definition
surgical puncture of the abdominal cavity to remove fluid
Term
abdominopelvic
Definition
refers to the abdominal and pelvic regions together`
Term
abduction
Definition
moving away from the midline
Term
adenocarcinoma
Definition
a malignant tumor that originates in glandular tissue
Term
agglutination
Definition
clumping together of red blood cells
Term
amenorrhea
Definition
abnormal absence of menstrual periods for 3 or more months
Term
amniocentesis
Definition
surgical puncture with a needle to obtain a specimen of amniotic fluid
Term
aneurysm
Definition
localized weak spot, or balloon like enlargement of the all of an artery
Term
anchorism
Definition
the absence of one or both testicles
Term
anterior
Definition
front side
Term
anuria
Definition
non passage of urine
Term
aplastic anemia
Definition
characterized by an absence of all formed blood elements caused by the failure of blood cell production in the bone marrow
Term
apnea
Definition
absence of spontaneous respiration
Term
arthritis
Definition
an inflammatory condition of one or more joints
Term
arteriostenosis
Definition
abnormal hardening of the arteries
Term
artificial immunity
Definition
vaccine
Term
audiometer
Definition
electronic device that produces acoustic stimuli of a set of frequency and intensity
Term
azoospermia
Definition
abbsence of sperm in the semen
Term
bacilli
Definition
rod shapped spore forming bacteria
Term
balanitis
Definition
inflammation of the glans penis that is usually caused by poor hygiene in en who have not had the foreskin removed by circumcision
Term
basal cell carcinoma
Definition
malignant tumor of teh basal cell layer of the epidermis
Term
bladder
Definition
collects urine
Term
blepharitis
Definition
inflammation of the eyelid
Term
blood pressure
Definition
measurement of the amount of systolic and diastolic pressure excreted against the walls of the arteries
Term
blood urea nitrogen
Definition
measures the amount of nitrogen in the blood due to waste products in the urea
Term
bowmans capsule
Definition
is a cup-like sac at the beginning of the tubular component of a nephron in the mammalian kidney that performs the first step in the filtration of blood to form urine
Term
bradypnea
Definition
abnormally slow rate of respiration. less than 10 breaths per minute
Term
bruise
Definition
ecchymosis; large, irregular area of purplish discoloration due to bleeding under the skin
Term
castration
Definition
bilateral orchidectomy;the surgical removal or destruction of both testicals
Term
cataracts
Definition
the loss of transparency of the lens that causes a progressive loss of visual clarity
Term
cellulitis
Definition
an acute, rapidly spreading infection within the connective tissues that is characterized by malaise, swelling, warmth, and red streaks
Term
cervical dysplasia
Definition
precancerous lesions; the growth of abnormal cells in the cervix which can be detected by a Pap smear
Term
cesarian section
Definition
c section; delivery of the child through an incision in the maternal abdominal and uterine walls
Term
chlamydia
Definition
caused by the bacterium chlamydia trachomatis is the most reported STD in the US
Term
cholecystostomy
Definition
Term
cholecystectomy
Definition
surgical removal of gallbladder
Term
cholecystorraphy
Definition
surgical suturing of the gall bladder
Term
cholecystotomy
Definition
surgical cutting of the gall bladder (incision)
Term
circumduction
Definition
circular movement of the far end of a limb
Term
clavicle
Definition
slender bone that connects the manubrium of the sternum to the scapula
Term
collar bone
Definition
clavicle
Term
colostomy
Definition
surgical creation of an artificial excretory opening between the ileum, at the end of the small intestine, and the outside of the abdominal wall
Term
colostrum
Definition
specialized form of milk that derives essential nutrients and antibodies in a form that newborns can digest
Term
computed tomography (CT scan)
Definition
uses x rays with computer assistance to produce multiple cross sectional views of the body
Term
conization
Definition
cone biopsy; surgical removal of cone shaped specimen of tissue from the cervix
Term
coronal
Definition
frontal; front half of body
Term
cranial
Definition
surrounds and protects the brain
Term
Chrohn's disease
Definition
chronic autoimmune disorder that can occur anywhere in the digestive tract; however, it is most often found in the ileum and in the colon
Term
croup
Definition
acute respiratory syndrome in children and infants characterized by obstruction of the larynx, hoarseness, and a barking cough
Term
cryptorchidism
Definition
undescended testicle; a developmental defect in which one or both of the testicles fall to descend into their normal position in the scrotum
Term
cyan/o
Definition
blue
Term
cyanosis
Definition
blue discoloration of the skin caused by lack of adequate oxygen in the blood
Term
cystalgia
Definition
cystodynia; pain in the urinary bladder
Term
cystodynia
Definition
cystalgia; pain in the urinary bladder
Term
cystolithiasis
Definition
stones in the bladder
Term
cystoplasty
Definition
surgical removal of the bladder
Term
dental caries
Definition
tooth decay or cavity; infectious disease caused by bacteria that destroy the enamel and dentin of the tooth
Term
dental plaque
Definition
forms as soft deposits in sheltered areas near the gums and between teeth
Term
dermatitis
Definition
inflammation of the skin
Term
dermis
Definition
corium;thick layer of living tissue directly below the epidermis
Term
diabetes insipidus
Definition
inability of the kidneys to respond appropriately to the antiduretic hormone
Term
diabetes mellitus
Definition
a group of metabolic disorders characterized by hyperglycemia resulting from defects in insulin secretion, insulin action, or both
Term
dialysis
Definition
procedure to remove waste products from the blood a patient whose kidneys no longer function
Term
diaphoretic
Definition
agent that promotes sweating
Term
diptheria
Definition
an acute bacterial infection of the throat and upper respiratory tract
Term
distal
Definition
farthest point from the origin
Term
diuresis
Definition
the increased output of urine
Term
dorsal
Definition
back side
Term
dorsiflexion
Definition
movement that moves the foot upward at the ankle
Term
dysmenorrhea
Definition
pain caused by uterine cramps during a menstrual period
Term
dysuria
Definition
difficulty urinating
Term
ecchymosis
Definition
bruise; large, irregular area of purplish discoloration due to bleeding under the skin
Term
eclampsia
Definition
serious form of preclampsia
Term
ectopic pregnancy
Definition
extrauterine pregnancy; potentially dangerous condition in which fertilized egg is implanted and begins to develop outside of the uterus
Term
electrocardiography
Definition
noninvasive process of recording the electrical activity of the myocardium
Term
electroencephalography
Definition
process of recording the electrical activity of the brain through the use of electrodes attached to the scalp
Term
electromyography
Definition
diagnostic test that measures the electrical activity within muscle fibers in response to nerve stimulation
Term
electroneuromyography
Definition
nerve conduction studies; diagnostic procedure for testing and recording neuromuscular activity by electric stimulation of the nerve trunk that carries fibers to and from the muscle
Term
embolus
Definition
a foreign object, such as blood clot, quantity of air or gas, or a bit of tissue or tumor that is circulating in the blood
Term
emesis
Definition
vomitting; reflex ejection of the stomach contents through the mouth
Term
encephalitis
Definition
inflammation of the brain
Term
endocarditis
Definition
inflammation of the inner lining of the heart
Term
endocervictis
Definition
inflammation of the mucous membrane lining of the cervix
Term
endometrium
Definition
inner layer of the uterus, consists of specialized epithelial mucosa that is rich in blood vessels
Term
enuresis
Definition
involuntary discharge of urine
Term
epidermis
Definition
outermost layer of the skin
Term
epididymo-orchitis
Definition
swelling of the testicles
Term
epigastric region
Definition
located above the stomach
Term
episiorrhaphy
Definition
surgical suturing to repair an epistiotomy
Term
episotomy
Definition
surgical incision made through the perineum to enlarge the vaginal orifice to prevent tearing of the tissues as the infant moves out of the birth canal
Term
epispadias
Definition
congenital abnormality of the urethral opening
Term
epistaxis
Definition
nose bleed; bleeding from the nose that is usually caused by an injury, excessive use of blood thinners, or bleeding disorders
Term
erythr/o
Definition
red
Term
erythrocytes
Definition
red blood cells
Term
estrogen
Definition
develops and maintains the female secondary sex characteristics and regulates the menstrual cycle
Term
eupnea
Definition
easy or normal breathing
Term
exophthalmos
Definition
an abnormal protrusion of the eyeball out of the orbit
Term
extrauterine pregnancy
Definition
ectopic pregnancy
Term
fallopian tube
Definition
uterine tubes; extend from the upper end of the uterus to a point near, but not attached to an ovary
Term
fetal monitoring
Definition
use of an electronic device to record the fetal heart rate and the maternal uterine contractions during labor
Term
fissure
Definition
groove or crack like sore of the skin
Term
flexion
Definition
decreases an angle; bending a joint
Term
fluoroscopy
Definition
visualization of body parts in motion by projecting x ray images on a luminous florescent screen
Term
frontal
Definition
coronal; front part of body
Term
fungus
Definition
simple parasitic organism
Term
gallbladder
Definition
stores bile and releases it to the small intestine as needed
Term
ganglion
Definition
nerve center made up of a cluster of nerve cell bodies outside the central nervous system
Term
gastr/o
Definition
stomach
Term
gastrostomy
Definition
surgical creation of an opening in the stomach
Term
genital herpes
Definition
itch, and the appearance of sores caused by herpes simplex virus type 2
Term
gingivitis
Definition
earliest stage of periodontal disease, and the inflammation only affects the gums
Term
glaucoma
Definition
group of diseases characterized by increased intraocular pressure that cause damage to the retinal nerve fibers and the optic nerve
Term
graves disease
Definition
autoimmune disorder that is caused by hyperthyroidism; goiter
Term
heart attack
Definition
myocardial infarction; occlusion of one or more coronary arteries caused by plaque buildup
Term
hemangioma
Definition
benign tumor made up of newly formed blood vessels
Term
hemarthrosis
Definition
blood within the joint
Term
hematemesis
Definition
vomiting of blood
Term
hematocrit
Definition
percentage, by volume, of a blood sample occupied by red cells
Term
hemiparesis
Definition
slight paralysis or weakness affecting one side of the body
Term
hemiplegia
Definition
total paralyusis afecting only one side of the body
Term
hemolytic anemia
Definition
condition of an inadequate number of circulating red blood cells due to the premature destruction of red blood cells by the spleen
Term
hemoptysis
Definition
coughing up of blood or bloodstained sputum derived from the lungs or bronchiole tubes as the result of pulmonary or bronchial hemorrhage
Term
hemorrhagic stroke
Definition
bleed; occurs when a blood vessel in the brain leaks
Term
hepato
Definition
liver
Term
horizontal recumbent (supine)
Definition
patient is lying on the back with the face up
Term
human imunodificiency virus
Definition
transmitted through exposure to infected body fluids
Term
hydronephrosis
Definition
dilation of one or both kidneys
Term
hypercalcemia
Definition
characterized by abnormally high concentrations of calcium circulating in the blood instead of being stored in the bones
Term
hyperemesis
Definition
extreme persistant vomitting that can cause dehydration
Term
hyperkinsea
Definition
abnormally increased muscle function or activity
Term
hyperlipidemia
Definition
elevated levels of cholesterol and other fatty substances in the blood
Term
hyperproteinuria
Definition
presence of abnormally high concentrations of protein in the urine
Term
hypertonia
Definition
excessive tone of the skeletal muscles
Term
hypocalcemia
Definition
low levels of calcium in the blood
Term
hypocrinism
Definition
deficient secretion of any gland, especially an endocrine gland
Term
hypogastric region
Definition
below the stomach
Term
hypokinsea
Definition
abnormally decreased muscle function or activity
Term
hypolipidemia
Definition
low levels of cholesterol and other fatty substances in the blood
Term
hypomenorrhea
Definition
small amount of menstrual flow during a shortened regular menstrual period
Term
hypoproteinemia
Definition
low levels of protein in the blood
Term
hypospadias
Definition
a birth (congenital) defect in which the opening of the urethra is on the underside, rather than at the end, of the penis.
Term
hypotonia
Definition
low muscle tone
Term
ileostomy
Definition
surgical opening of the ileum
Term
immunization
Definition
act of making immune
Term
impotence
Definition
weak
Term
inhalation administration
Definition
vapors and gases taken in through the nose or mouth and absorbed into the bloodstream though the lungs
Term
interstitial cystitis
Definition
inflamation of bladder wall
Term
intravenous urography
Definition
a test that uses X-rays and a special dye to help assess the kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra.
Term
ischemia
Definition
restriction or thinning
Term
ischemic stroke
Definition
artery to the brain is blocked
Term
IVP
Definition
intravenous pyelogram; radiographic study of kidneys and ureters
Term
jejunostomy
Definition
surgical opening into the jejunum
Term
knee-chest
Definition
patient lying face down with hips bent so that the knees and chest rest on the table
Term
KUB
Definition
kidney, ureters, bladder; first plate of the abdomen
Term
kyphosis
Definition
a curving of the spine that causes a bowing or rounding of the back, which leads to a hunchback or slouching posture
Term
laceration
Definition
a jagged wound or cut
Term
lateral
Definition
side
Term
left hypochondriac region
Definition
blow the ribs
Term
left posterior oblique
Definition
Term
left upper quadrant
Definition
LUQ
Term
lesion
Definition
any abnormality in the tissue of an organism
Term
leuk/o
Definition
white
Term
leukocytes
Definition
white blood cells
Term
leukoplakia
Definition
are patches on the tongue, in the mouth, or on the inside of the cheek that occur in response to long-term irritation.
Term
lipid test
Definition
A “lipid panel” is taken when cholesterol levels in the blood are tested.
Term
lithotripsy
Definition
medical procedure that uses shock waves to break up stones in the kidney, bladder, or ureter
Term
lochia
Definition
is the vaginal discharge for the first fortnight during puerperium, containing blood, mucus, and placental tissue
Term
lordosis
Definition
medical term used to describe an inward curvature of a portion of the lumbar and cervical vertebral column
Term
macular degeneration
Definition
eye disease caused by degeneration of the cells of the macula lutea and results in blurred vision
Term
magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Definition
uses magnetic signals to create image "slices" of the human body.
Term
malignant melanoma
Definition
any of several malignant neoplasms (usually of the skin) consisting of melanocytes
Term
mastitis
Definition
A breast infection is an infection in the tissue of the breast.
Term
meatoplasty
Definition
plastic surgery of the meatus
Term
meatotomy
Definition
a form of penile modification in which the underside of the glans is split
Term
meconium
Definition
earliest stools of an infant
Term
medial
Definition
middle
Term
medulla
Definition
lower half of brainstem
Term
megaloblastic anemia
Definition
is a blood disorder in which there is anemia with larger-than-normal red blood cells.
Term
melan/o
Definition
skin
Term
menarche
Definition
first menstrual cycle
Term
menopause
Definition
when a woman ends her periods
Term
menorrhagia
Definition
vaginal bleeding
Term
micturition
Definition
discharge of urine
Term
monovision
Definition
health condition where the eye exhibits a progressively diminished ability to focus on near objects with age
Term
mucos/o
Definition
mucus
Term
multiparous
Definition
giving birth more than one time
Term
multiple sclerosis
Definition
an autoimmune disease that affects the brain and spinal cord (central nervous system
Term
muscular dystrophy
Definition
a group of inherited disorders that involve muscle weakness and loss of muscle tissue, which get worse over time.
Term
myo/o
Definition
muscle
Term
myel/o
Definition
spinal cord
Term
myelitis
Definition
inflammation of the spinal cord
Term
myocardial infarction
Definition
heart attack
Term
myocarditis
Definition
inflammation of the cardiac muscle
Term
myoparesis
Definition
slight muscle paralysis
Term
myorrhexis
Definition
rupture of a muscle
Term
myosarcoma
Definition
malignant muscle tumor
Term
natural immunity
Definition
condition of being immune
Term
neonatal
Definition
relating to newborn child
Term
nephr/o
Definition
kidney
Term
nephritis
Definition
inflammation of the kidneys
Term
nephorlithasis
Definition
stones in the kidney
Term
nephrolithotomy
Definition
surgical removal of stones in the kidney
Term
nephrolysis
Definition
freeing of kidney from adhesions
Term
nephron
Definition
Each of the functional units in the kidney, consisting of a glomerulus and its associated tubule.
Term
nephropexy
Definition
surgical fixation of floating kidney
Term
nephroptosis
Definition
an abnormal condition in which the kidney drops down into the pelvis when the patient stands up.
Term
nephropyosis
Definition
prolapse of the kidney
Term
postnatal
Definition
after birth
Term
nephrosis
Definition
kidney disease
Term
neurosarcoma
Definition
a malignant neoplasm of nerve tissue and fibrous tissue and connective tissue.
Term
nocturia
Definition
excessive urination at night
Term
nosebleed
Definition
an instance of bleeding from the nose
Term
nuclear scan (scintigram)
Definition
MRI
Term
neur/0
Definition
nerve
Term
nullipara
Definition
a woman who has never given birth
Term
nystagmus
Definition
Rapid involuntary movements of the eyes.
Term
oblique
Definition
slanting
Term
olecranon
Definition
The bony prominence of the elbow, on the upper end of the ulna.
Term
oligomenorrhea
Definition
abnormally light or infrequent menstruation
Term
oliguria
Definition
production of small amounts of urine
Term
oophorectomy
Definition
surgical removal of one or both ovaries
Term
oophoritis
Definition
inflammation of an ovary
Term
ophthalmoscope
Definition
an instrument for inspecting the retina and other parts of the eye
Term
orchidectomy
Definition
removal of testicles
Term
orchitis
Definition
inflammation of testicles
Term
osteosarcoma
Definition
A malignant tumor of bone in which there is a proliferation of osteoblasts
Term
otoscope
Definition
used to see the outer ear
Term
oxytocin
Definition
A hormone released by the pituitary gland that causes increased contraction of the uterus during labor and stimulates the ejection of milk into the ducts of the breasts
Term
pancreatitis
Definition
inflammation of the pancreas
Term
paraspadias
Definition
ureathra opens on one side of the penis
Term
parental administration
Definition
Parenteral is a route of administration that involves piercing the skin or mucous membrane.
Term
parkinson's disease
Definition
a disorder of the brain that leads to shaking (tremors) and difficulty with walking, movement, and coordination.
Term
patella
Definition
knee cap
Term
percuss/o
Definition
tap
Term
pericardial
Definition
around the heart
Term
pericardiocentesis
Definition
procedure that removes fluid from around the heart
Term
pericarditis
Definition
inflammation around the heart
Term
perimenopause
Definition
around the time of menopause
Term
perimetritis
Definition
inflammation of peritoneum
Term
perimetrium
Definition
serous coat of uterus
Term
perinatal
Definition
around the time of birth
Term
perineum
Definition
area between anus and the scrotum or vulva
Term
periodontal disease
Definition
gingivitius
Term
phlebitis
Definition
inflammation of the veins
Term
phlebostenosis
Definition
narrowing of the veins
Term
placenta previa
Definition
pregnancy in which the placenta is implanted in the lower part of the uterus
Term
pneumonia
Definition
is a breathing (respiratory) condition in which there is an infection of the lung.
Term
polycystic kidney disease
Definition
disorder passed down through families in which many cysts form in the kidneys, causing them to become enlarged.
Term
polydipsia
Definition
excessive thirst
Term
polymenorrhea
Definition
vaginal bleeding
Term
polyphagia
Definition
excessive hunger
Term
polyuria
Definition
excessive urination
Term
posterioanterior
Definition
pertaining to the back and front
Term
preclampsia
Definition
when a pregnant woman develops high blood pressure and protein in the urine
Term
pregnancy test
Definition
a physiological test to determine whether a woman is pregnant
Term
pregnancy-induced hypertension
Definition
high blood pressure due to pregancy
Term
premenstrual
Definition
before menstruation
Term
premenstrual dysphoric disorder
Definition
is a condition in which a woman has severe depression symptoms, irritability, and tension before menstruation.
Term
prenatal
Definition
before birth
Term
prepuce
Definition
foreskin at the head of the penis
Term
presby/o
Definition
old age
Term
presbycusis
Definition
age related hearing loss
Term
presbyopia
Definition
difficult to see objects close up
Term
priapism
Definition
painful long lasting erection
Term
primigravida
Definition
first pregnancy
Term
primipara
Definition
giving birth for the first time
Term
progesterone
Definition
horemone replacement therapy used in women past menopause and have not had a hysterectomy
Term
pronation
Definition
facing downward
Term
prone
Definition
face down
Term
prothrombin time
Definition
test used to assess the cloting ability of blood
Term
prurit/o
Definition
itching
Term
PSA (prostate specific antigen)
Definition
protein manufactured exclusively by the prostate gland
Term
pseud/o
Definition
false
Term
pulse rate
Definition
rate at which the heart beats
Term
puncture
Definition
small hole
Term
pyelitis
Definition
inflammation of renal pelvis
Term
pyelonephritis
Definition
Inflammation of the substance of the kidney as a result of bacterial infection.
Term
pyeloplasty
Definition
reconstruction of renal pelvis
Term
quadriplegia
Definition
paralized, all four extremeties
Term
radiography
Definition
producing an image on a radiosensitive surface by radiation other than visible light
Term
rectal administration
Definition
delivery of medication through rectum
Term
renal colic
Definition
abdominal pain caused by kidney stones
Term
renal cortex
Definition
the cortex of the kidney containing the glomeruli and the convoluted tubules.
Term
retinopathy
Definition
Disease of the retina that results in impairment or loss of vision
Term
retrograde urography
Definition
radiography of urinary tract
Term
rickets
Definition
softening of bones
Term
rotation
Definition
act of rotatiing around an axis
Term
sagittal
Definition
denoting front and back of skull
Term
salpingitis
Definition
inflammation of fallopian tubes
Term
scintigram
Definition
image of internal part of the body
Term
scoliosis
Definition
abnormal curving of the spine
Term
sickle cell anemia
Definition
red blood cells form and abnormal crescent shape
Term
Sims'
Definition
Term
sphygmomanometer
Definition
blood pressure meter
Term
spirochetes
Definition
spiral shaped bacteria
Term
spondylitis
Definition
inflammation of spinal joint
Term
squamous cell carcinoma
Definition
cancroid; common form of skin cancer
Term
staphylococcus
Definition
bacteria
Term
stenosis
Definition
abnormal narrowing
Term
sternum
Definition
breastbone
Term
stethoscope
Definition
instrument used to listen to the heart or breathing
Term
strabismus
Definition
condition of having a squint
Term
streptococcus
Definition
gram positive bacteria
Term
subcutanous tissue
Definition
hypodermis. lower most level of integrumentary system
Term
sublingual administration
Definition
under the tongue
Term
supination
Definition
rotation of palms so that they will face upward
Term
syphilis
Definition
A chronic bacterial disease caused by the spirochete Treponema pallidum.
Term
tachypnea
Definition
abnormally rapid breathing
Term
talipes
Definition
club foot
Term
testosterone
Definition
A steroid hormone that stimulates development of male secondary sexual characteristics,
Term
thermometer
Definition
instrument used to measure temperature
Term
thoracic
Definition
relating to the thorax
Term
thrombus
Definition
blood clot
Term
total hemoglobin test
Definition
measures total amount of hemoglovin in blood
Term
toxemia of pregnancy
Definition
an abnormal condition of pregnancy characterized by hypertension and edema and protein in the urine.
Term
transverse
Definition
across
Term
trichomoniasis
Definition
An infection caused by parasitic trichomonads (genus Trichomonas), chiefly affecting the urinary tract, vagina, or digestive system.
Term
tubal ligation
Definition
A surgical procedure for female sterilization that involves severing and tying the fallopian tubes.
Term
tympanic membrane
Definition
A membrane forming part of the organ of hearing, which vibrates in response to sound waves.
Term
tympanocentesis
Definition
drainage of fluid from the middle ear by using a small-gauge needle to puncture the tympanic membrane,
Term
ultrasound
Definition
Sound or other vibrations having an ultrasonic frequency, particularly as used in medical imaging
Term
ureter
Definition
The duct by which urine passes from the kidney to the bladder or cloaca.
Term
ureteralgia
Definition
pain in the ureter
Term
ureterectasis
Definition
dilution of ureter
Term
ureteroplasty
Definition
repairative surgery to one or both ureters
Term
ureterostenosis
Definition
abnormal narrowing of ureters
Term
urethra
Definition
The duct by which urine is conveyed out of the body from the bladder, and which in male vertebrates also conveys semen
Term
urethritis
Definition
inflammation of the urethra
Term
urethrorrhea
Definition
abnormal discharge from urethra
Term
urethrostenosis
Definition
abnormal narrowing of urethra
Term
urethrostomy
Definition
creation of an outlet for a ureter or kidney
Term
urinary retention
Definition
holding urine in the bladder
Term
UTI
Definition
urinary tract infection
Term
vagina
Definition
The muscular tube leading from the external genitals to the cervix of the uterus in women and most female mammals.
Term
vaginitis
Definition
inflammation of the vagina
Term
vein
Definition
carry blood toward the heart
Term
ventral
Definition
abdominal region
Term
ventricular fibrilation
Definition
severly abnormal heart rhythm that can be life threatening
Term
vernix
Definition
greasy deposit covering the skin of a baby at birth
Term
vulvitis
Definition
inflammation of the vulva
Term
Western blot
Definition
used to identify specific amino acid sequences in proteins
Term
white blood cell differential
Definition
percent of different types of white blood cells in the blood
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