Microbubbles
Microbubbles
Microbubbles (/ˈmaɪ.kroʊ.bʌb.əlz/) are small gas-filled bubbles that are typically used in medical and scientific applications. They are usually less than 50 micrometers in diameter, similar in size to a red blood cell.
Etymology
The term "microbubble" is derived from the Greek word "micros" meaning small, and the English word "bubble".
Applications
Microbubbles are used in a variety of applications, including ultrasound imaging, drug delivery, and gene therapy. In ultrasound imaging, they enhance the contrast of the image by scattering the ultrasound waves. In drug delivery and gene therapy, they are used to transport drugs or genes to specific locations in the body.
Related Terms
- Ultrasound: A medical imaging technique that uses high-frequency sound waves to create images of the inside of the body.
- Drug Delivery: The method or process of administering a pharmaceutical compound to achieve a therapeutic effect in humans or animals.
- Gene Therapy: A technique that uses genes to treat or prevent disease.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Microbubbles
- Wikipedia's article - Microbubbles
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