Deposition
Deposition (pronounced: /dɛpəˈzɪʃən/) is a medical term that refers to the process by which substances are accumulated or deposited in a particular part of the body. The term is derived from the Latin word depositio, meaning "laying down".
Etymology
The term "deposition" comes from the Latin depositio, which means "laying down". It is composed of de- ("down") and -positio ("position"). In a medical context, it refers to the process where substances (such as calcium, fat, or other metabolites) are accumulated or deposited in certain parts of the body.
Related Terms
- Accumulation: A related term that refers to the build-up of substances in the body. It is often used interchangeably with deposition.
- Metabolite: A product of metabolism. These can sometimes be deposited in various parts of the body.
- Calcification: A specific type of deposition where calcium salts accumulate in body tissue, causing it to harden.
- Lipidosis: A condition characterized by the excessive deposition of lipids (fats) in the body's tissues.
See Also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Deposition
- Wikipedia's article - Deposition
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