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definition [def″ĭ-nĭ´shun]

a statement of the meaning of a word or phrase.

conceptual definition an identification of the personal knowledge or connotative meaning of a word. These meanings are often difficult to express; the meaning is “known” but not easily put into words.

operational definition a definition, method, or procedure used to measure or represent a concept or variable in a specific situation.

target definition the definition of a specific target that is identified on the intervention scheme of the omaha system.

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definition (image),

n the property of projected images relating to their sharpness, distinctness, or clarity of outline. Penumbra width is a measure of definition. See also resolution.

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definition

establishment of a clear boundary, a clear line of demarcation.

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clinical definition

an accurate description of the disease in terms of clinical signs and clinicopathological findings.

epidemiological definition

an accurate description of the disease in terms of its epidemiological parameters of when, where, why and how it has occurred.

genetic definition

an accurate description of a disease in terms of the familial relationships between affected animals.

radiographic definition

a sharp line of demarcation between radiographic densities. A gradual merging of densities creates blurring of the image.

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definition

Imaging The clearly delineated limit of a thing visible by the eye. Cf Resolution.

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Patient discussion about definition.

Q. What is the Definition of Anemia? My doctor told me I have anemia, based on my latest blood tests. What is anemia?

A. Anemia is defined as a deficiency of hemoglobin, a molecule inside the red blood cells (RBC's). The hemoglobin is responsible for carrying the oxygen that we breath from the lungs to the body tissues. Anemia causes lack of oxygen in the organs, in different degrees. A regular blood test can discover anemia, simply if the hemoglobin (Hb) level is lower than 13.0 g/dL in adult men and lower than 12.0 g/dL in adult women. The blood test can also suggest on the cause of the anemia, depending on other values that can be measured.

Q. What is the difference between autism, and autism spectrum? Doctor states my child is autistic, school says he has autism spectrum disorder. What is the difference? Can medication help with any of this?

A. i agree with Lilian- it's just a way for schools to keep their behinds clean...

Q. what is the accurate definition of depression?

A. The DSM-IV criteria and definition is complicate. There's:
A. At least 5 of the following, during the same 2-week period, representing a change from previous functioning; must include either (a) or (b):
(a)Depressed mood
(b)Diminished interest or pleasure
(c)Significant weight loss or gain
(d)Insomnia or hypersomnia
(e)Psychomotor agitation or retardation
(f)Fatigue or loss of energy
(g)Feelings of worthlessness
(h)Diminished ability to think or concentrate; indecisiveness
(i)Recurrent thoughts of death, suicidal ideation, suicide attempt, or specific plan for suicide
There are some another criteria, but the most representativi is above (a-i)
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