Tandem

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Tandem

Tandem (/ˈtændəm/), from the Latin tandem meaning "at length" or "finally", is a term often used in the medical field to describe a situation where two or more objects are arranged one behind the other.

Etymology

The term tandem originates from Latin, where it was used to describe a situation where two horses were harnessed together in a single line. In the medical field, the term has been adapted to describe a similar arrangement of objects or events.

Usage in Medicine

In medicine, tandem is often used to describe a sequence of events or the arrangement of objects. For example, in genetics, a tandem repeat refers to the repetition of a sequence of DNA in a row on the same chromosome. Similarly, in neurology, a tandem gait test is used to assess a person's balance and coordination by having them walk in a straight line, placing the heel of one foot directly in front of the toe of the other foot.

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