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Locate
Locate (pronounced loh-kate) is a term used in the medical field to describe the process of finding or identifying the exact position of something, often in relation to the human body.
Etymology
The term "locate" originates from the Latin word "locatus", which is the past participle of "locare" meaning "to place".
Related Terms
- Anatomy: The study of the structure of organisms and their parts.
- Diagnosis: The identification of the nature of an illness or other problem by examination of the symptoms.
- Imaging: The technique and process of creating visual representations of the interior of a body for clinical analysis and medical intervention.
- Palpation: The process of using one's hands to check the body, especially while perceiving/diagnosing a disease or illness.
- Radiology: The science dealing with X-rays and other high-energy radiation, especially the use of such radiation for the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Locate
- Wikipedia's article - Locate
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