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Anisocytosis
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Anisocytosis"Excessive inequality in the size of the red blood cells. Anisocytosis (""aniso"") is apparent on a blood smear. From aniso-, meaning unequal + -cytosis, referring to cells."
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Blood
The life-maintaining fluid which is made up of plasma, red blood cells (erythrocytes), white blood cells (leukocytes), and platelets; blood circulates through the body's heart, arteries, veins, and capillaries; it carries away waste matter and carbon dioxide, and brings nourishment, electrolytes, hormones, vitamins, antibodies, heat, and oxygen to the tissues.
Anisocytosis
"Excessive inequality in the size of the red blood cells. Anisocytosis (""aniso"") is apparent on a blood smear. From aniso-, meaning unequal + -cytosis, referring to cells."
Aniso-
Unequal, unlike, or dissimilar. As in anisocoria, anisocytosis, and anisometropia. From the Greek anisos meaning unequal, from an-, not, + isos, equal. The opposite of aniso- is iso-.
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Aniso
In hematology, short for anisocytosis.
Aniso-
Unequal, unlike, or dissimilar. As in anisocoria, anisocytosis, and anisometropia. From the Greek anisos meaning unequal, from an-, not, + isos, equal. The opposite of aniso- is iso-.
Anisocoria
A difference in the size of the two pupils. It is present in about 5% of normal children. The most serious cause of an acquired Anisocoria follows a head injury with some brain or nerve damage; a disease such as a tumor also causes it.
Anisometropia
A difference in the focusing power of the two eyes. One of the major causes of amblyopia; the brain is not able to clearly focus both eyes simultaneously. This is a "hidden" cause of amblyopia and very difficult to detect without an eye exam.
Anisotropic
Any process or filter which is directionally selective or biased. (As opposed to Isotropic).
Anisotropine methylbromide
Anisotropine methylbromide is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) legal in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): anisotropine methylbromide.
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Animal-to-human transplant
See Xenotransplantation.
Anion
A negatively charged ion. Pronounced an-I-on. An anion is as opposed to a cation, which is a positively charged ion.
Anion gap
"A measurement of the interval between the sum of ""routinely measured"" cations minus the sum of the ""routinely measured"" anions in the blood. The anion gap = (Na+ + K+) - (Cl- + HCO3-) where Na- is sodium, K+ is potassium, Cl- is chloride, and HCO3- is bicarbonate. The anion gap can be normal, high, or low. A high anion gap indicated metabolic acidosis, the increased acidity of the blood due to metabolic processes. A low anion gap is relatively rare but may occur from the presence of abnormal positively charged proteins, as in multiple myeloma."
Aniso
In hematology, short for anisocytosis.
Aniso-
Unequal, unlike, or dissimilar. As in anisocoria, anisocytosis, and anisometropia. From the Greek anisos meaning unequal, from an-, not, + isos, equal. The opposite of aniso- is iso-.
Anisocytosis
Ankle bone
The ankle bone is termed the talus. It is the bone of the foot that joins the tibia and fibula to form the ankle joint. Plural tali.
Ankle joint
The ankle joint is complex. It is made up of two joints: the true ankle joint and the subtalar joint.
Ankle pain
"Pain in the ankle, a ""hinged"" joint. Ankle pain is commonly due to a sprain or tendinitis. The severity of ankle sprains ranges from mild (which can resolve within 24 hours) to severe (which can require surgical repair). Tendinitis of the ankle can be caused by trauma or inflammatory forms of arthritis. See also: Achilles tendonitis; Ankle sprain."
Ankle sprain
"A common musculoskeletal injury in which the ligaments of the ankle partially or completely tear due to sudden stretching. This typically occurs when the ankle is suddenly ""twisted"" in a sports activity or by stepping off an uneven surface. The pain is initially severe and can be associated with a ""popping"" sensation. Immediate swelling over the area of injury often occurs as the injured blood vessels leak fluid into the local tissue. Partial tears retain some ankle stability, whereas complete tears lose stability because the strapping ligaments no longer brace the ankle joint. Initial treatment is with ice, rest, and limiting the amount of walking and weight bearing on the injured ankle. The leg can be elevated to reduce swelling, and crutches are often recommended to avoid further trauma to the injured ligaments. Antiinflammatory medications can be given to reduce local inflammation. Severe injuries are placed in immobilization casts. Surgery may be needed for complete tears. Physical therapy programs are part of the rehabilitation process, incorporating strengthening exercises of the lower leg muscles."
Ankle twist
See: Ankle sprain.
RELATED TERMS--------------------------------------
Blood
The life-maintaining fluid which is made up of plasma, red blood cells (erythrocytes), white blood cells (leukocytes), and platelets; blood circulates through the body's heart, arteries, veins, and capillaries; it carries away waste matter and carbon dioxide, and brings nourishment, electrolytes, hormones, vitamins, antibodies, heat, and oxygen to the tissues.
Anisocytosis
"Excessive inequality in the size of the red blood cells. Anisocytosis (""aniso"") is apparent on a blood smear. From aniso-, meaning unequal + -cytosis, referring to cells."
Aniso-
Unequal, unlike, or dissimilar. As in anisocoria, anisocytosis, and anisometropia. From the Greek anisos meaning unequal, from an-, not, + isos, equal. The opposite of aniso- is iso-.
SIMILAR TERMS--------------------------------------
Aniso
In hematology, short for anisocytosis.
Aniso-
Unequal, unlike, or dissimilar. As in anisocoria, anisocytosis, and anisometropia. From the Greek anisos meaning unequal, from an-, not, + isos, equal. The opposite of aniso- is iso-.
Anisocoria
A difference in the size of the two pupils. It is present in about 5% of normal children. The most serious cause of an acquired Anisocoria follows a head injury with some brain or nerve damage; a disease such as a tumor also causes it.
Anisometropia
A difference in the focusing power of the two eyes. One of the major causes of amblyopia; the brain is not able to clearly focus both eyes simultaneously. This is a "hidden" cause of amblyopia and very difficult to detect without an eye exam.
Anisotropic
Any process or filter which is directionally selective or biased. (As opposed to Isotropic).
Anisotropine methylbromide
Anisotropine methylbromide is a prescription or over-the-counter drug which is (or once was) legal in the United States and possibly in other countries. Active ingredient(s): anisotropine methylbromide.
PREVIOUS AND NEXT TERMS--------------------------------------
Animal-to-human transplant
See Xenotransplantation.
Anion
A negatively charged ion. Pronounced an-I-on. An anion is as opposed to a cation, which is a positively charged ion.
Anion gap
"A measurement of the interval between the sum of ""routinely measured"" cations minus the sum of the ""routinely measured"" anions in the blood. The anion gap = (Na+ + K+) - (Cl- + HCO3-) where Na- is sodium, K+ is potassium, Cl- is chloride, and HCO3- is bicarbonate. The anion gap can be normal, high, or low. A high anion gap indicated metabolic acidosis, the increased acidity of the blood due to metabolic processes. A low anion gap is relatively rare but may occur from the presence of abnormal positively charged proteins, as in multiple myeloma."
Aniso
In hematology, short for anisocytosis.
Aniso-
Unequal, unlike, or dissimilar. As in anisocoria, anisocytosis, and anisometropia. From the Greek anisos meaning unequal, from an-, not, + isos, equal. The opposite of aniso- is iso-.
Anisocytosis
Ankle bone
The ankle bone is termed the talus. It is the bone of the foot that joins the tibia and fibula to form the ankle joint. Plural tali.
Ankle joint
The ankle joint is complex. It is made up of two joints: the true ankle joint and the subtalar joint.
Ankle pain
"Pain in the ankle, a ""hinged"" joint. Ankle pain is commonly due to a sprain or tendinitis. The severity of ankle sprains ranges from mild (which can resolve within 24 hours) to severe (which can require surgical repair). Tendinitis of the ankle can be caused by trauma or inflammatory forms of arthritis. See also: Achilles tendonitis; Ankle sprain."
Ankle sprain
"A common musculoskeletal injury in which the ligaments of the ankle partially or completely tear due to sudden stretching. This typically occurs when the ankle is suddenly ""twisted"" in a sports activity or by stepping off an uneven surface. The pain is initially severe and can be associated with a ""popping"" sensation. Immediate swelling over the area of injury often occurs as the injured blood vessels leak fluid into the local tissue. Partial tears retain some ankle stability, whereas complete tears lose stability because the strapping ligaments no longer brace the ankle joint. Initial treatment is with ice, rest, and limiting the amount of walking and weight bearing on the injured ankle. The leg can be elevated to reduce swelling, and crutches are often recommended to avoid further trauma to the injured ligaments. Antiinflammatory medications can be given to reduce local inflammation. Severe injuries are placed in immobilization casts. Surgery may be needed for complete tears. Physical therapy programs are part of the rehabilitation process, incorporating strengthening exercises of the lower leg muscles."
Ankle twist
See: Ankle sprain.
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