Integral
Integral (medicine)
Integral (pronounced /ˈɪntɪɡrəl/) is a term often used in the field of medicine to describe a component that is necessary or essential for the completion or function of a whole. The term is derived from the Latin word "integer", meaning "whole" or "complete".
Etymology
The term "integral" comes from the Latin word "integer", which means "whole" or "complete". It was first used in the English language in the 15th century, and its use in the field of medicine has been prevalent since the 19th century.
Usage in Medicine
In medicine, the term "integral" is often used to describe a component that is necessary for the function of a whole. For example, in the field of anatomy, an integral part of the heart would be the ventricles, as they are necessary for the heart to pump blood. Similarly, in physiology, an integral part of the respiratory system would be the lungs, as they are necessary for the process of respiration.
Related Terms
- Essential: A term often used interchangeably with "integral", referring to a component that is necessary for the function of a whole.
- Component: A part or element of a larger whole, including items or people.
- Function: The special, normal, or proper activity of an organ or part.
- System: A set of connected things or parts forming a complex whole, in particular.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Integral
- Wikipedia's article - Integral
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