Graduated
Graduated
Graduated (/ɡrædʒʊˌeɪtɪd/; from Latin gradus meaning 'step') refers to a term often used in the medical field to describe a process or object that is marked at fixed intervals, typically for measurement or progression.
Definition
In a medical context, 'graduated' is often used to describe equipment like a graduated cylinder or a graduated pipette, which are marked at regular intervals to measure volumes of liquid. It can also refer to a process, such as a graduated exercise program, where the intensity or duration of exercise is increased in a stepwise manner.
Related Terms
- Graduated compression stockings: A type of hosiery designed to help prevent the occurrence of, and guard against further progression of, venous disorders such as edema, phlebitis and thrombosis.
- Graduated cylinder: A common piece of laboratory equipment used to measure the volume of a liquid.
- Graduated pipette: A type of pipette which is a laboratory tool commonly used in chemistry, biology and medicine to transport a measured volume of liquid.
- Graduated exercise program: A program where the intensity or duration of exercise is increased in a stepwise manner.
Etymology
The term 'graduated' comes from the Latin word gradus, which means 'step'. In the context of medicine, it often refers to a process or object that is marked at fixed intervals, indicating a progression or measurement.
Pronunciation
The term 'graduated' is pronounced as /ɡrædʒʊˌeɪtɪd/.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Graduated
- Wikipedia's article - Graduated
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