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Ciencia médica - Examen y diagnóstico

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biopsy

the process of removing and analyzing tissue from the body of a sick person to learn more about their condition

biopsia

biopsia

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blood test

a medical examination in which a small amount of blood is taken from a person to find out if they have any diseases or health conditions

análisis de sangre

análisis de sangre

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CT scan

a medical examination during which a series of detailed pictures of areas inside the body is created by the use of a computer linked to an X-ray machine

TAC

TAC

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diagnosis

the identification of the nature and cause of an illness or other problem

diagnóstico

diagnóstico

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echocardiogram

an ultrasound test that shows a detailed image of the heart

ecocardiograma

ecocardiograma

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echocardiography

a noninvasive diagnostic procedure that uses sound waves to look at tissues and organs inside the chest, particularly the heart

ecocardiografía

ecocardiografía

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examination

the process of looking closely at something to identify any issues

examen

examen

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health check

a detailed medical examination in which a person is tested to find out any diseases or disorders

chequeo de salud

chequeo de salud

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medical

a careful and complete physical assessment of a person's health

examen médico

examen médico

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magnetic resonance imaging

a technique in which a powerful magnetic field is used to produce detailed images of areas inside the body

imágenes por resonancia magnética

imágenes por resonancia magnética

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prognosis

a professional opinion regarding the likely course of an illness

pronóstico

pronóstico

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sample

a small amount of a substance taken from a larger amount used for scientific analysis or therapeutic experiment

muestra

muestra

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scan

a medical test during which data is obtained by the images produced using a sensing device that examines organs or regions of the body

escáner

escáner

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screen

any systematic activity that attempts to identify the presence of a particular disease in a person's body

cribado

cribado

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colonoscopy

a medical procedure where a flexible tube with a camera is used to check the inside of the colon for health reasons

colonoscopia

colonoscopia

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amylase test

a medical laboratory test used to measure amylase enzyme levels in blood or urine for diagnosing pancreatic conditions

prueba de amilasa

prueba de amilasa

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elastography

a medical imaging technique that assesses tissue elasticity, aiding in the identification of abnormalities without invasive procedures

elastografía

elastografía

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colposcopy

a medical procedure using a colposcope to examine the cervix, vagina, and vulva for cervical conditions or cancer screening

colposcopia

colposcopia

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specimen

a small amount of something such as urine, blood, etc. that is taken for examination

muestra

muestra

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stool

a piece of solid waste evacuated from the bowels

silla

silla

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test

a medical examination of the body or a part of body to detect possible health issues

prueba médica

prueba médica

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ultrasound

the application of ultrasonic waves for medical purposes, such as producing an image of a growing fetus

ultrasonido

ultrasonido

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electrocardiogram

the recording or display of the electrical activity of someone's heart that is measured by an electrocardiograph

electrocardiograma

electrocardiograma

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X-ray

an image of the inside of a body created using X-rays

radiografía

radiografía

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electromyography

a diagnostic method for assessing muscle and nerve function by recording their electrical activity

electromiografía

electromiografía

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fluoroscopy

real-time X-ray imaging for diagnostics and interventions

fluoroscopia

fluoroscopia

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hysteroscopy

a procedure using a thin tube to examine the uterus visually

histeroscopia

histeroscopia

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myelography

a diagnostic imaging method using contrast dye to visualize spinal cord abnormalities

mielografía

mielografía

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polymerase chain reaction

a laboratory technique used to amplify DNA for various applications in medical diagnostics, genetic testing, and research

reacción en cadena de la polimerasa

reacción en cadena de la polimerasa

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pregnancy test

a diagnostic tool that confirms if someone is pregnant by checking for a hormone called hCG

prueba de embarazo

prueba de embarazo

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videonystagmography

a medical test that evaluates vestibular disorders using eye movement recordings

videonistagmografía

videonistagmografía

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vision screening

a non-invasive assessment of visual acuity and eye health to detect potential vision problems or eye disorders

examen de la vista

examen de la vista

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physical examination

a health assessment by a professional to evaluate the body for abnormalities

examen físico

examen físico

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positive

(of a scientific test) showing that a particular substance or condition exists

positivo

positivo

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negative

(of a scientific test) showing that there is no sign of a disease or a particular condition

negativo

negativo

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cardiac stress test

a test to assess the heart's function and performance during physical activity or stress

prueba de esfuerzo cardíaco

prueba de esfuerzo cardíaco

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stool test

a diagnostic examination that analyzes a person's fecal sample to assess digestive health and detect abnormalities or infections

prueba de heces

prueba de heces

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electroencephalography

a neurodiagnostic technique that records brain electrical activity using scalp electrodes to assess function and detect abnormalities

electroencefalografía

electroencefalografía

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autopsy

an examination of a deceased person's organs to determine the cause of death

autopsia

autopsia

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mammogram

an X-ray for early detection of breast cancer and abnormalities

mamografía

mamografía

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mammography

an X-ray imaging technique used to screen and detect breast abnormalities, including early signs of cance

mamografía

mamografía

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PET scan

a medical imaging technique that uses radioactive tracers to visualize body functions

PET (tomografía por emisión de positrones)

PET (tomografía por emisión de positrones)

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Electroneuronography

a diagnostic test used to assess the health and function of facial nerves by measuring their electrical signals

electroneuronografía

electroneuronografía

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Electronystagmography

a diagnostic test used to evaluate the health and function of nerves by measuring their electrical signals

electronistagmografía

electronistagmografía

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Electrooculography

a test to measure eye muscle activity for assessing eye movement and health

electrooculografía

electrooculografía

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electroretinography

test to measure retinal function and detect vision abnormalities

electrorretinografía

electrorretinografía

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endoscopy

a medical procedure using a flexible tube with a light and camera to examine internal organs

endoscopia

endoscopia

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endoluminal capsule monitoring

a procedure using a swallowed capsule with sensors to monitor the gastrointestinal tract

monitorización por cápsula endoluminal

monitorización por cápsula endoluminal

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gastroscopy

a procedure using a flexible tube with a camera to examine the stomach through the mouth

gastroscopia

gastroscopia

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laryngoscopy

a diagnostic procedure that involves examining the larynx with a laryngoscope to assess health and function

laringoscopia

laringoscopia

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ophthalmoscopy

an examination of the inside of the eye using a specialized instrument called an ophthalmoscope

oftalmoscopia

oftalmoscopia

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sigmoidoscopy

a medical procedure using a thin, lighted tube to examine your lower bowel for growths or other problems

sigmoidoscopia

sigmoidoscopia

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aortography

a diagnostic procedure that involves using contrast dye and X-ray imaging to assess the aorta's health and function

aortografía

aortografía

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cardiac ventriculography

a diagnostic procedure that uses contrast dye and imaging to assess the health and function of the heart's ventricles

ventriculografía cardíaca

ventriculografía cardíaca

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ultrasonography

a medical imaging technique that uses sound waves to create real-time images for diagnostic purposes

ultrasonido

ultrasonido

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dynamic posturography

a balance test that measures how well someone can maintain stability during changing sensory input, used to assess vestibular function and postural control

posturografía dinámica

posturografía dinámica

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cytopathology

the examination and analysis of cells to diagnose diseases and detect abnormalities

citopatología

citopatología

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encephalography

any X-ray examination of the brain during which the cerebrospinal fluid in the brain ventricles is replaced by air or another gas that acts as a contrast medium

encefalografía

encefalografía

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tympanometry

a test to assess middle ear function by measuring eardrum movement in response to air pressure changes

timpanometría

timpanometría

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radiography

the process of obtaining images of the body's anatomy using X-rays, gamma rays, or similar ionizing radiation

radiografía

radiografía

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prenatal diagnosis

the medical procedures and tests during pregnancy to detect potential fetal health issues

diagnóstico prenatal

diagnóstico prenatal

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genetic testing

a diagnostic procedure that involves analyzing an individual's DNA to identify specific genetic mutations, variations, or abnormalities

prueba genética

prueba genética

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radiology

a medical examination that employs imaging technologies to visualize and diagnose diseases within the body

radiología

radiología

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palpation

a hands-on medical examination to assess the characteristics of underlying structures in the body

palpación

palpación

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checkup

a complete medical examination of the body to see if there are any health issues

revisión médica

revisión médica

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diffuse optical imaging

a non-invasive technique that uses near-infrared light to study functional processes in biological tissues by measuring changes in tissue absorption and scattering

imagen óptica difusa

imagen óptica difusa

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diffusion-weighted imaging

a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technique that measures the random motion of water molecules in tissues, providing information about the structural integrity and cellular organization of the examined tissue

imágenes ponderadas por difusión

imágenes ponderadas por difusión

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fluorescence lifetime imaging

a technique that measures the decay time of fluorescence emitted by fluorophores, providing information about molecular interactions, environmental conditions, and cellular processes in biological samples

imágenes de tiempo de vida de fluorescencia

imágenes de tiempo de vida de fluorescencia

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imaging agent

a substance used in medical imaging that enhances the visualization of specific tissues or processes, aiding in the accurate diagnosis and assessment of various medical conditions

agente de imagen

agente de imagen

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bioluminescence imaging

the non-invasive visualization and tracking of biological processes or events using the emission of light by living organisms or their genetically modified components

imaginología de bioluminiscencia

imaginología de bioluminiscencia

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calcium imaging

a technique that involves the detection and monitoring of changes in intracellular calcium levels in living cells or organisms, providing insights into various physiological and biochemical processes

imágenes de calcio

imágenes de calcio

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microscopy

a scientific technique that utilizes specialized instruments and optics to magnify and visualize objects or specimens at a microscopic level, enabling the study of detailed structures, cellular components, and biological processes

microscopía

microscopía

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molecular imaging

the visualization and analysis of molecular and cellular processes in living organisms for disease detection, molecular tracking, and therapeutic evaluation

imágenes moleculares

imágenes moleculares

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Pap test

a gynecological screening test to find early signs of cancer in a woman's neck of the womb

prueba de Papanicolaou

prueba de Papanicolaou

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ultrasound imaging

a non-invasive medical imaging technique that uses high-frequency sound waves to generate real-time images of internal organs, tissues, and blood flow

imágenes de ultrasonido

imágenes de ultrasonido

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