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Forced expiratory volume
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Forced expiratory volumeThe volume of air that can be forced out taking a deep breath, an important measure of pulmonary function. The forced expiratory volume in the first second is the FEV1.
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Deep
In anatomy, away from the surface or further into the body. As opposed to superficial. The bones are deep to the skin.
Pulmonary
Pertains to lungs and respiratory system.
FEV1
Forced Expiratory Volume in the first second. The volume of air that can be forced out in one second after taking a deep breath, an important measure of pulmonary function.
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Forceps
Instrument used for removal of teeth.
Forceps delivery
A delivery in which a hinged, tonglike device (called a forceps) is used to pull out a baby's head.
Forceps, obstetrical
An instrument designed as an aid in the vaginal delivery of a baby. Forceps may be used to ease delivery or to cope with problems of fetal distress or fetal position. The decision to use forceps or do a C-section must be made by an obstetrician.
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Foramen of Magendie
An opening from the fourth ventricle, which is one in a system of four communicating cavities called ventricles within the brain that are continuous with the central canal of the spinal cord.
Foramen ovale
An oval opening between the two upper chambers of the heart (the atria) that is a normal feature of the fetal and neonatal (newborn) circulation. The foramen ovale normally closes on its own by 3 months of age.
Foramen, interventricular
An opening between the lateral and third ventricles in a system of four communicating cavities within the brain that are continuous with the central canal of the spinal cord.
Foramina
The plural of foramen, a natural opening. As in the foramina of Luschka.
Foramina of Luschka
Opening from the fourth ventricle, one in a system of four communicating cavities called ventricles within the brain that are continuous with the central canal of the spinal cord.
Forced expiratory volume
Forceps, obstetrical
An instrument designed as an aid in the vaginal delivery of a baby. Forceps may be used to ease delivery or to cope with problems of fetal distress or fetal position. The decision to use forceps or do a C-section must be made by an obstetrician.
Forearm
The portion of the upper limb from the elbow to the wrist. In popular usage, the arm extends from the shoulder to the hand. However, in medical terminology, the arm refers to the upper extremity extending from the shoulder only to the elbow. The arm is thus distinguished in medical usage from the forearm, which extends from the elbow to the wrist.The forearm has 2 bones: the radius and ulna.
Foreign body airway obstruction
Partial or complete blockage of the breathing tubes to the lungs due to a foreign body.
Forensic anthropology
The application of the science of physical anthropology to the legal process. Forensic anthropology includes the identification of skeletal, decomposed, or unidentified human remains. Forensic anthropologists may team up with forensic pathologists, forensic dentists, and homicide detectives to identify a dead person and the time and manner of their death. Forensic anthropology may also help determine the age, sex, stature, and unique features of the deceased from their remains. DNA forensics, blood groups, and fingerprints are all tools of the trade in forensic anthropology today.
Forensic genetics
The branch of genetics that deals with the application of genetic knowledge to legal problems and legal proceedings. Forensic genetics is also a branch of forensic medicine which deals more broadly with the application of medical knowledge to legal matters.
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Deep
In anatomy, away from the surface or further into the body. As opposed to superficial. The bones are deep to the skin.
Pulmonary
Pertains to lungs and respiratory system.
FEV1
Forced Expiratory Volume in the first second. The volume of air that can be forced out in one second after taking a deep breath, an important measure of pulmonary function.
SIMILAR TERMS--------------------------------------
Forceps
Instrument used for removal of teeth.
Forceps delivery
A delivery in which a hinged, tonglike device (called a forceps) is used to pull out a baby's head.
Forceps, obstetrical
An instrument designed as an aid in the vaginal delivery of a baby. Forceps may be used to ease delivery or to cope with problems of fetal distress or fetal position. The decision to use forceps or do a C-section must be made by an obstetrician.
PREVIOUS AND NEXT TERMS--------------------------------------
Foramen of Magendie
An opening from the fourth ventricle, which is one in a system of four communicating cavities called ventricles within the brain that are continuous with the central canal of the spinal cord.
Foramen ovale
An oval opening between the two upper chambers of the heart (the atria) that is a normal feature of the fetal and neonatal (newborn) circulation. The foramen ovale normally closes on its own by 3 months of age.
Foramen, interventricular
An opening between the lateral and third ventricles in a system of four communicating cavities within the brain that are continuous with the central canal of the spinal cord.
Foramina
The plural of foramen, a natural opening. As in the foramina of Luschka.
Foramina of Luschka
Opening from the fourth ventricle, one in a system of four communicating cavities called ventricles within the brain that are continuous with the central canal of the spinal cord.
Forced expiratory volume
Forceps, obstetrical
An instrument designed as an aid in the vaginal delivery of a baby. Forceps may be used to ease delivery or to cope with problems of fetal distress or fetal position. The decision to use forceps or do a C-section must be made by an obstetrician.
Forearm
The portion of the upper limb from the elbow to the wrist. In popular usage, the arm extends from the shoulder to the hand. However, in medical terminology, the arm refers to the upper extremity extending from the shoulder only to the elbow. The arm is thus distinguished in medical usage from the forearm, which extends from the elbow to the wrist.The forearm has 2 bones: the radius and ulna.
Foreign body airway obstruction
Partial or complete blockage of the breathing tubes to the lungs due to a foreign body.
Forensic anthropology
The application of the science of physical anthropology to the legal process. Forensic anthropology includes the identification of skeletal, decomposed, or unidentified human remains. Forensic anthropologists may team up with forensic pathologists, forensic dentists, and homicide detectives to identify a dead person and the time and manner of their death. Forensic anthropology may also help determine the age, sex, stature, and unique features of the deceased from their remains. DNA forensics, blood groups, and fingerprints are all tools of the trade in forensic anthropology today.
Forensic genetics
The branch of genetics that deals with the application of genetic knowledge to legal problems and legal proceedings. Forensic genetics is also a branch of forensic medicine which deals more broadly with the application of medical knowledge to legal matters.
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