enteric /en·ter·ic/ (en-ter´ik) within or pertaining to the small intestine.
Enteric
enteric
en·ter·ic ( n-tr  k)adj. 1. Of, relating to, or within the intestine. 2. By way of the intestine; enteral. |
Enteric
Pertaining to the intestine.
Mentioned in: Stool Culture
enteric
[enter′ik]
Etymology: Gk, enteron, bowel
pertaining to the intestinal tract.
enteric
pertaining to the small intestine.
enteric bacteria
straight gram-negative rods, members of the family enterobacteriaceae.
enteric-coated
designating a special coating applied to tablets or capsules which prevents release and absorption of their contents until they reach the intestine.
enteric fever
see salmonellosis.
enteric protein loss
see protein-losing enteropathy.
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