Flow
Flow (Medicine)
Flow (pronounced: /floʊ/) is a term used in various fields of medicine to describe the movement or circulation of substances in the body. It is often used in relation to blood, air, or fluids.
Etymology
The term "flow" originates from the Old English word "flōwan," which means to flow, stream, issue; become liquid; die.
Pronunciation
In English, the word is pronounced as /floʊ/.
In Medicine
In the field of medicine, flow is a critical concept in understanding the functioning of the human body. It is used in various contexts such as:
- Blood Flow: This refers to the continuous circulation of blood in the cardiovascular system. It is essential for the transportation of oxygen, nutrients, and hormones to cells, and removal of waste products like carbon dioxide.
- Air Flow: In respiratory physiology, air flow refers to the movement of air in and out of the lungs. It is crucial for the process of respiration.
- Fluid Flow: This refers to the movement of body fluids, such as lymph or cerebrospinal fluid, within their respective systems.
Related Terms
- Perfusion: This is the process by which blood flow delivers nutrients and oxygen to cells.
- Circulation: This is the movement of blood through the heart and blood vessels.
- Respiration: This is the process of gas exchange between the body and the environment, involving the flow of air.
- Hydrodynamics: This is the study of fluids in motion, which includes the flow of blood and other body fluids.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Flow
- Wikipedia's article - Flow
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