Viewing
Viewing (Medicine)
Viewing (pronounced: v-yoo-ing) is a term used in the field of medicine to describe the process of examining or inspecting something, typically for medical purposes. The term is derived from the Old English word 'viewen', which means 'to see or inspect'.
Etymology
The term 'viewing' originates from the Old English 'viewen', which is derived from the Proto-Germanic '*weujaną', meaning 'to see'. Over time, the term has evolved and is now used in a medical context to refer to the process of examining or inspecting something for medical purposes.
Related Terms
- Medical examination: A detailed inspection of a person's body by a doctor for signs of disease or physical disorder.
- Diagnostic imaging: The use of imaging techniques such as X-rays and ultrasound to view the inside of the body for diagnostic purposes.
- Endoscopy: A procedure that uses an endoscope to view the inside of a body cavity or organ.
- Visual acuity: The clarity of vision, which can be measured by viewing a chart of letters or symbols of decreasing size.
- Visual field: The total area that can be seen when the eye is focused on a central point.
- Ophthalmoscopy: A test that allows a health professional to see inside the back of the eye, helping to detect conditions such as retinopathy and glaucoma.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Viewing
- Wikipedia's article - Viewing
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