Words Related to Medical Science - Examination and Diagnosis
Here you will learn some English words related to examination and diagnosis, such as "ultrasound", "endoscopy", and "biopsy".
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biopsy
[noun]
the process of removing and analyzing tissue from the body of a sick person to learn more about their condition
blood test
[noun]
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
CT scan
[noun]
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
diagnosis
[noun]
the identification of the nature and cause of an illness or other problem
echocardiography
[noun]
a noninvasive diagnostic procedure that uses sound waves to look at tissues and organs inside the chest, particularly the heart
examination
[noun]
the process of looking closely at something to see if there are any issues
health check
[noun]
a detailed medical examination in which a person is tested to find out any diseases or disorders
magnetic resonance imaging
[noun]
a technique in which a powerful magnetic field is used to produce detailed images of areas inside the body
prognosis
[noun]
a professional opinion regarding the likely course of an illness or a disease
sample
[noun]
a small amount of a substance taken from a larger amount used for scientific analysis or therapeutic experiment
scan
[noun]
a medical test during which data is obtained by the mages produced using a sensing device that examines organs or regions of the body
screen
[noun]
any systematic activity that attempts to identify the presence of a particular disease in a person's body
colonoscopy
[noun]
a medical procedure where a flexible tube with a camera is used to check the inside of the colon for health reasons
amylase test
[noun]
a medical laboratory test used to measure amylase enzyme levels in blood or urine for diagnosing pancreatic conditions
elastography
[noun]
a medical imaging technique that assesses tissue elasticity, aiding in the identification of abnormalities without invasive procedures
colposcopy
[noun]
a medical procedure using a colposcope to examine the cervix, vagina, and vulva for cervical conditions or cancer screening
specimen
[noun]
a small amount of something such as urine, blood, etc. that is taken for examination
test
[noun]
a medical examination of the body or a part of body to detect possible health issues
ultrasound
[noun]
the application of ultrasonic waves for medical purposes, such as producing an image of a growing fetus
electrocardiogram
[noun]
the recording or display of the electrical activity of someone's heart that is measured by an electrocardiograph
electromyography
[noun]
a diagnostic method for assessing muscle and nerve function by recording their electrical activity
myelography
[noun]
a diagnostic imaging method using contrast dye to visualize spinal cord abnormalities
PCR
[noun]
a laboratory technique used to amplify DNA for various applications in medical diagnostics, genetic testing, and research
pregnancy test
[noun]
a diagnostic tool that confirms if someone is pregnant by checking for a hormone called hCG
videonystagmography
[noun]
a medical test that evaluates vestibular disorders using eye movement recordings
vision screening
[noun]
a non-invasive assessment of visual acuity and eye health to detect potential vision problems or eye disorders
physical examination
[noun]
a health assessment by a professional to evaluate the body for abnormalities
positive
[adjective]
(of a scientific test) showing that a particular substance or condition exists
negative
[adjective]
(of a scientific test) showing that there is no sign of a disease or a particular condition
cardiac stress test
[noun]
a test to assess the heart's function and performance during physical activity or stress
stool test
[noun]
a diagnostic examination that analyzes a person's fecal sample to assess digestive health and detect abnormalities or infections
electroencephalography
[noun]
a neurodiagnostic technique that records brain electrical activity using scalp electrodes to assess function and detect abnormalities
autopsy
[noun]
an examination of a deceased person's organs to determine the cause of death
mammography
[noun]
an X-ray imaging technique used to screen and detect breast abnormalities, including early signs of cance
PET scan
[noun]
a medical imaging technique that uses radioactive tracers to visualize body functions
ENoG
[noun]
a diagnostic test used to assess the health and function of facial nerves by measuring their electrical signals
ENG
[noun]
a diagnostic test used to evaluate the health and function of nerves by measuring their electrical signals
electroretinography
[noun]
test to measure retinal function and detect vision abnormalities
endoscopy
[noun]
a medical procedure using a flexible tube with a light and camera to examine internal organs
endoluminal capsule monitoring
[noun]
a procedure using a swallowed capsule with sensors to monitor the gastrointestinal tract
gastroscopy
[noun]
a procedure using a flexible tube with a camera to examine the stomach through the mouth
laryngoscopy
[noun]
a diagnostic procedure that involves examining the larynx with a laryngoscope to assess health and function
ophthalmoscopy
[noun]
an examination of the inside of the eye using a specialized instrument called an ophthalmoscope
sigmoidoscopy
[noun]
a medical procedure using a thin, lighted tube to examine your lower bowel for growths or other problems
aortography
[noun]
a diagnostic procedure that involves using contrast dye and X-ray imaging to assess the aorta's health and function
cardiac ventriculography
[noun]
a diagnostic procedure that uses contrast dye and imaging to assess the health and function of the heart's ventricles
ultrasonography
[noun]
a medical imaging technique that uses sound waves to create real-time images for diagnostic purposes
dynamic posturography
[noun]
a balance test that measures how well someone can maintain stability during changing sensory input, used to assess vestibular function and postural control
cytopathology
[noun]
the examination and analysis of cells to diagnose diseases and detect abnormalities
encephalography
[noun]
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
tympanometry
[noun]
a test to assess middle ear function by measuring eardrum movement in response to air pressure changes
radiography
[noun]
the process of obtaining images of the body's anatomy using X-rays, gamma rays, or similar ionizing radiation
prenatal diagnosis
[noun]
the medical procedures and tests during pregnancy to detect potential fetal health issues
genetic testing
[noun]
a diagnostic procedure that involves analyzing an individual's DNA to identify specific genetic mutations, variations, or abnormalities
radiology
[noun]
a medical examination that employs imaging technologies to visualize and diagnose diseases within the body
palpation
[noun]
a hands-on medical examination to assess the characteristics of underlying structures in the body
checkup
[noun]
a complete medical examination of the body to see if there are any health issues
diffuse optical imaging
[noun]
a non-invasive technique that uses near-infrared light to study functional processes in biological tissues by measuring changes in tissue absorption and scattering
diffusion-weighted imaging
[noun]
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
fluorescence lifetime imaging
[noun]
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
imaging agent
[noun]
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
bioluminescence imaging
[noun]
the non-invasive visualization and tracking of biological processes or events using the emission of light by living organisms or their genetically modified components
calcium imaging
[noun]
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
microscopy
[noun]
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
molecular imaging
[noun]
the visualization and analysis of molecular and cellular processes in living organisms for disease detection, molecular tracking, and therapeutic evaluation
Pap test
[noun]
a gynecological screening test to find early signs of cancer in a woman's neck of the womb
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