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Ciencia Médica - Examen y Diagnóstico

Aquí aprenderás algunas palabras en inglés relacionadas con el examen y diagnóstico, como "ultrasonido", "endoscopia" y "biopsia".

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biopsy
[Sustantivo]

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

biopsia

biopsia

Ex: A prostate biopsy is commonly performed to detect and diagnose prostate cancer in men with elevated prostate-specific antigen ( PSA ) levels .Una **biopsia** de próstata se realiza comúnmente para detectar y diagnosticar cáncer de próstata en hombres con niveles elevados de antígeno prostático específico (PSA).
blood test
[Sustantivo]

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, examen de sangre

análisis de sangre, examen de sangre

Ex: A blood test can reveal important information about your overall health .Un **análisis de sangre** puede revelar información importante sobre su salud en general.
CT scan
[Sustantivo]

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

diagnosis
[Sustantivo]

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

diagnóstico, diagnosis

diagnóstico, diagnosis

Ex: Accurate diagnosis requires a thorough examination and multiple tests .Un **diagnóstico** preciso requiere un examen exhaustivo y múltiples pruebas.
echocardiogram
[Sustantivo]

an ultrasound test that shows a detailed image of the heart

ecocardiograma

ecocardiograma

echocardiography
[Sustantivo]

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

ecocardiografía

ecocardiografía

examination
[Sustantivo]

the process of looking closely at something to identify any issues

examen

examen

Ex: The scientist conducted an examination of the samples to detect any contaminants .El científico realizó un **examen** de las muestras para detectar cualquier contaminante.
health check
[Sustantivo]

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

visita médica

visita médica

medical
[Sustantivo]

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

examen médico, revisión médica, reconocimiento médico

examen médico, revisión médica, reconocimiento médico

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

resonancia magnética

resonancia magnética

prognosis
[Sustantivo]

a professional opinion regarding the likely course of an illness

pronóstico

pronóstico

Ex: The veterinarian discussed the prognosis for the cat 's kidney disease , outlining potential treatment options and expected outcomes .El veterinario discutió el **pronóstico** para la enfermedad renal del gato, esbozando las opciones de tratamiento potenciales y los resultados esperados.
sample
[Sustantivo]

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

muestra

muestra

Ex: The biopsy sample was examined to diagnose the disease .La **muestra** de biopsia fue examinada para diagnosticar la enfermedad.
scan
[Sustantivo]

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

Ex: The scan results helped the physicians plan the best course of treatment.Los resultados del **escaneo** ayudaron a los médicos a planificar el mejor tratamiento.
screen
[Sustantivo]

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

prueba

prueba

colonoscopy
[Sustantivo]

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

colonoscopia

colonoscopia

Ex: Colonoscopy's results help in diagnosing various conditions.Los resultados de la **colonoscopia** ayudan en el diagnóstico de diversas afecciones.
amylase test
[Sustantivo]

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

prueba de amilasa, análisis de amilasa

prueba de amilasa, análisis de amilasa

Ex: The amylase test is often used in conjunction with lipase testing to evaluate suspected cases of acute pancreatitis .La **prueba de amilasa** se utiliza a menudo junto con la prueba de lipasa para evaluar casos sospechosos de pancreatitis aguda.
elastography
[Sustantivo]

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

elastografía, técnica de imagen médica que evalúa la elasticidad del tejido

elastografía, técnica de imagen médica que evalúa la elasticidad del tejido

colposcopy
[Sustantivo]

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

colposcopia, examen colposcópico

colposcopia, examen colposcópico

specimen
[Sustantivo]

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

muestra, espécimen

muestra, espécimen

Ex: A blood specimen was sent to the laboratory for testing to determine the patient 's cholesterol levels .Una **muestra** de sangre fue enviada al laboratorio para realizar pruebas y determinar los niveles de colesterol del paciente.
stool
[Sustantivo]

a piece of solid waste evacuated from the bowels

deposición, heces

deposición, heces

test
[Sustantivo]

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

examen médico, prueba médica

examen médico, prueba médica

Ex: They performed a biopsy test to examine the tissue for abnormalities .Realizaron una **prueba** de biopsia para examinar el tejido en busca de anomalías.
ultrasound
[Sustantivo]

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

ultrasonido

ultrasonido

electrocardiogram
[Sustantivo]

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

electrocardiograma, ECG

electrocardiograma, ECG

Ex: After the EKG, the doctor explained the results to him.Después del **electrocardiograma**, el médico le explicó los resultados.
X-ray
[Sustantivo]

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

rayo X

rayo X

Ex: The radiologist reviewed the X-ray images to diagnose the cause of the patient’s chronic pain.El radiólogo revisó las imágenes de **rayos X** para diagnosticar la causa del dolor crónico del paciente.
electromyography
[Sustantivo]

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

electromiografía, miografía eléctrica

electromiografía, miografía eléctrica

Ex: EMG offered valuable information about the communication between nerves and muscles.La **electromiografía** proporcionó información valiosa sobre la comunicación entre los nervios y los músculos.
fluoroscopy
[Sustantivo]

real-time X-ray imaging for diagnostics and interventions

fluoroscopia, radiología intervencionista

fluoroscopia, radiología intervencionista

Ex: The continuous X-ray imaging of fluoroscopy provides valuable diagnostic information .La imagen continua de rayos X de la **fluoroscopia** proporciona información diagnóstica valiosa.
hysteroscopy
[Sustantivo]

a procedure using a thin tube to examine the uterus visually

histeroscopia, examen histeroscópico

histeroscopia, examen histeroscópico

Ex: The medical team used hysteroscopy for a detailed evaluation and diagnosis of my gynecological issues .El equipo médico utilizó la **histeroscopia** para una evaluación y diagnóstico detallado de mis problemas ginecológicos.
myelography
[Sustantivo]

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

mielografía, radiografía de la médula espinal

mielografía, radiografía de la médula espinal

Ex: I underwent myelography, where contrast dye helped visualize my spinal cord .Me sometí a una **mielografía**, donde un tinte de contraste ayudó a visualizar mi médula espinal.

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

reacción en cadena de la polimerasa, amplificación en cadena de la polimerasa

reacción en cadena de la polimerasa, amplificación en cadena de la polimerasa

pregnancy test
[Sustantivo]

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

prueba de embarazo, test de embarazo

prueba de embarazo, test de embarazo

Ex: The accuracy of the pregnancy test provided reassurance during a crucial moment .La precisión de la **prueba de embarazo** brindó tranquilidad en un momento crucial.

a medical test that evaluates vestibular disorders using eye movement recordings

videonistagmografía, prueba de videonistagmografía

videonistagmografía, prueba de videonistagmografía

vision screening
[Sustantivo]

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

cribado visual, examen de la vista

cribado visual, examen de la vista

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

examen físico, chequeo médico

examen físico, chequeo médico

positive
[Adjetivo]

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

positivo

positivo

Ex: The test results were positive, indicating high levels of cholesterol .Los resultados de la prueba fueron **positivos**, lo que indica niveles altos de colesterol.
negative
[Adjetivo]

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

negativo

negativo

Ex: The mammogram revealed negative findings , providing reassurance to the patient about her breast health .La mamografía reveló hallazgos **negativos**, lo que brindó tranquilidad a la paciente sobre su salud mamaria.

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

prueba de esfuerzo cardíaco

prueba de esfuerzo cardíaco

stool test
[Sustantivo]

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

prueba de heces, análisis de heces

prueba de heces, análisis de heces

Ex: Routine stool tests are now a crucial part of my health maintenance .Las **pruebas de heces** rutinarias son ahora una parte crucial de mi mantenimiento de la salud.

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

electroencefalografía, EEG

electroencefalografía, EEG

Ex: Results from EEG help healthcare professionals plan appropriate interventions.Los resultados de la **electroencefalografía** ayudan a los profesionales de la salud a planificar intervenciones apropiadas.
autopsy
[Sustantivo]

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

autopsia

autopsia

Ex: The medical examiner 's thorough autopsy contributed to our understanding of the tragedy .La **autopsia** exhaustiva del médico forense contribuyó a nuestra comprensión de la tragedia.
mammogram
[Sustantivo]

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

mamografía, radiografía de mama

mamografía, radiografía de mama

Ex: A mammogram is a non-invasive method for breast health assessment .Una **mamografía** es un método no invasivo para evaluar la salud de los senos.
mammography
[Sustantivo]

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

mamografía, radiografía mamaria

mamografía, radiografía mamaria

Ex: My positive experience with mammography highlighted the importance of regular screenings .Mi experiencia positiva con la **mamografía** destacó la importancia de los exámenes regulares.
PET scan
[Sustantivo]

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

tomografía por emisión de positrones, TEP

tomografía por emisión de positrones, TEP

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

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

electrooculography
[Sustantivo]

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

test to measure retinal function and detect vision abnormalities

electrorretinografía, prueba para medir la función retinal

electrorretinografía, prueba para medir la función retinal

endoscopy
[Sustantivo]

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

endoscopia

endoscopia

Ex: The detailed images from the endoscopy offered insights into my overall health .Las imágenes detalladas de la **endoscopia** ofrecieron información sobre mi salud en general.

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

monitoreo con cápsula endoluminal, seguimiento con cápsula endoluminal

monitoreo con cápsula endoluminal, seguimiento con cápsula endoluminal

gastroscopy
[Sustantivo]

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

gastroscopia, endoscopia gástrica

gastroscopia, endoscopia gástrica

Ex: Gastroscopy played a significant role in identifying and treating issues in my digestive system.La **gastroscopia** desempeñó un papel importante en la identificación y el tratamiento de problemas en mi sistema digestivo.
laryngoscopy
[Sustantivo]

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

laringoscopia, examen de la laringe

laringoscopia, examen de la laringe

ophthalmoscopy
[Sustantivo]

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

oftalmoscopia, examen oftalmoscópico

oftalmoscopia, examen oftalmoscópico

Ex: The detailed images from ophthalmoscopy offered a clear picture of my eye condition .Las imágenes detalladas de la **oftalmoscopía** ofrecieron una imagen clara de mi condición ocular.
sigmoidoscopy
[Sustantivo]

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

sigmoidoscopia, examen sigmoideo

sigmoidoscopia, examen sigmoideo

Ex: The patient 's comfort is considered during the sigmoidoscopy procedure for optimal experience .El confort del paciente se considera durante el procedimiento de **sigmoidoscopia** para una experiencia óptima.
aortography
[Sustantivo]

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

aortografía, radiografía de la aorta

aortografía, radiografía de la aorta

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

ventriculografía cardíaca, cardiografía ventricular

ventriculografía cardíaca, cardiografía ventricular

ultrasonography
[Sustantivo]

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

ecografía, ultrasonografía

ecografía, ultrasonografía

Ex: After my fall , the emergency room doctor used ultrasonography to check for internal injuries .Después de mi caída, el médico de urgencias usó **ultrasonografía** para buscar lesiones internas.

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, prueba posturográfica dinámica

posturografía dinámica, prueba posturográfica dinámica

cytopathology
[Sustantivo]

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

citopatología, examen citológico

citopatología, examen citológico

encephalography
[Sustantivo]

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

tympanometry
[Sustantivo]

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

timpanometría, prueba de timpanometría

timpanometría, prueba de timpanometría

radiography
[Sustantivo]

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

radiografía

radiografía

prenatal diagnosis
[Sustantivo]

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

diagnóstico prenatal, diagnóstico antenatal

diagnóstico prenatal, diagnóstico antenatal

Ex: Going through prenatal diagnosis brought reassurance about my baby 's health .Someterse a un **diagnóstico prenatal** trajo tranquilidad sobre la salud de mi bebé.
genetic testing
[Sustantivo]

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

prueba genética, análisis genético

prueba genética, análisis genético

radiology
[Sustantivo]

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

radiología

radiología

Ex: The technician 's professionalism during my radiology exams made the process comfortable .El profesionalismo del técnico durante mis exámenes de **radiología** hizo que el proceso fuera cómodo.
palpation
[Sustantivo]

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

palpación, examen por palpación

palpación, examen por palpación

Ex: I appreciated the thoroughness of the examination that included palpation.Aprecié lo minucioso del examen que incluía **palpación**.
checkup
[Sustantivo]

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

chequeo, revisión

chequeo, revisión

Ex: During the checkup, the physician conducted various tests to evaluate her health .Durante el **chequeo médico**, el médico realizó varias pruebas para evaluar su salud.

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, tomografía óptica difusa

imagen óptica difusa, tomografía óptica difusa

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

imagen de difusión, imagen ponderada por difusión

imagen de difusión, imagen ponderada por difusión

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

imagen por tiempo de vida de fluorescencia, visualización del tiempo de vida de fluorescencia

imagen por tiempo de vida de fluorescencia, visualización del tiempo de vida de fluorescencia

imaging agent
[Sustantivo]

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, medio de contraste

agente de imagen, medio de contraste

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

imagen por bioluminiscencia, visualización por bioluminiscencia

imagen por bioluminiscencia, visualización por bioluminiscencia

calcium imaging
[Sustantivo]

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

imagen de calcio, visualización de calcio

imagen de calcio, visualización de calcio

microscopy
[Sustantivo]

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, técnica microscópica

microscopía, técnica microscópica

molecular imaging
[Sustantivo]

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

imagen molecular, visualización molecular

imagen molecular, visualización molecular

Pap test
[Sustantivo]

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

prueba de Papanicolaou, frotis vaginal

prueba de Papanicolaou, frotis vaginal

Ex: Going for a Pap test was a straightforward and essential part of my health routine.Hacerme una **prueba de Papanicolaou** era una parte sencilla y esencial de mi rutina de salud.
ultrasound imaging
[Sustantivo]

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

imagen por ultrasonido, ecografía

imagen por ultrasonido, ecografía

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