Member
Member (mĕm'bər)
Member (pronounced as /ˈmɛmbər/) is a term used in various fields of medicine. It is derived from the Middle English word 'membre', which in turn comes from the Old French 'membre' and the Latin 'membrum', meaning a part, limb, or organ of the body.
Definition
In a medical context, a member often refers to a part of the body, especially a limb or appendage. This can include arms, legs, fingers, toes, and other protruding body parts. It is also used more broadly to refer to any part of the body, including internal organs.
Related Terms
- Limb: A limb is a jointed, or prehensile (as octopus arms or new world monkey tails), appendage of the human or other animal body.
- Appendage: In human anatomy, an appendage (also referred to as outgrowth) is any of the body's extremities.
- Organ: An organ is a group of tissues with similar functions. Plant life and animal life rely on many organs that coexist in organ systems.
- Tissue: Tissue is a cellular organizational level between cells and a complete organ.
Usage in Medicine
In medicine, the term member is often used in the context of surgery or trauma, such as when a member is amputated or injured. It is also used in the context of physical examinations and diagnoses, such as when a doctor examines a member for signs of disease or injury.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Member
- Wikipedia's article - Member
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