Residue
Residue (Medicine)
Residue (pronunciation: /ˈrɛzɪdjuː/) is a term used in various fields of medicine to refer to what remains after a process or event. The term originates from the Latin word residuum, meaning 'what is left over'.
In Pharmacology
In pharmacology, residue refers to the amount of a drug or chemical that remains in the body after metabolism and excretion processes. This can be particularly important in the context of toxicology, where the residue of toxic substances can have significant health impacts.
In Gastroenterology
In gastroenterology, residue can refer to undigested food or other material left in the digestive tract after digestion and absorption processes. This can be a significant factor in conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome or gastroesophageal reflux disease.
In Radiology
In radiology, residue can refer to the remaining radioactive material in the body after a radiological procedure or exposure. This can be a significant factor in determining the long-term health impacts of such procedures or exposures.
Related Terms
- Metabolite: A substance produced by metabolism.
- Excretion: The process by which waste products are removed from the body.
- Digestion: The process by which food is broken down into absorbable units.
- Absorption: The process by which nutrients are taken up into the body's cells.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Residue
- Wikipedia's article - Residue
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