Conductor
Conductor (medical)
Conductor (/kənˈdʌktər/), in the medical context, refers to a type of tissue or substance that allows the transmission of electrical impulses within the body. This term is most commonly used in relation to the heart, where specialized conductive tissue facilitates the rhythmic contractions that pump blood throughout the body.
Etymology
The term "conductor" originates from the Latin word "conducere", which means "to lead or bring together". In the medical context, it refers to the role these tissues play in leading or directing electrical impulses.
Related Terms
- Cardiac Conduction System: The group of specialized cardiac muscle cells in the walls of the heart that send signals to the heart muscle causing it to contract.
- Nerve Conduction: The process by which nervous system cells (neurons) transmit signals to each other.
- Electrolyte: Substances that become ions in solution and acquire the capacity to conduct electricity. Electrolytes are present in the human body, and the balance of the electrolytes in our bodies is essential for normal function of our cells and our organs.
- Pacemaker Cells: Specialized cells within the heart that produce and transmit electrical signals, causing the heart to contract in a rhythmic manner.
- Electrocardiogram (ECG): A test that measures the electrical activity of the heart and can help determine if the conductive tissue of the heart is functioning properly.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Conductor
- Wikipedia's article - Conductor
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