Hepatogram
Hepatogram
Hepatogram (pronunciation: heh-puh-toh-gram) is a term used in the field of medicine to refer to a graphical representation or record of the functional activity of the liver.
Etymology
The term 'Hepatogram' is derived from the Greek words 'hepar', meaning liver, and 'gramma', meaning something written or drawn.
Definition
A Hepatogram is a diagnostic tool used by medical professionals to assess the functioning of the liver. It is often used in conjunction with other diagnostic tests such as liver function tests and imaging studies to provide a comprehensive view of the liver's health and functionality.
Related Terms
- Hepatology: The branch of medicine that incorporates the study of liver, gallbladder, biliary tree, and pancreas as well as management of their disorders.
- Hepatomegaly: An abnormal enlargement of the liver.
- Hepatocyte: The main cell type in the liver.
- Hepatitis: An inflammation of the liver.
- Cirrhosis: A late stage of scarring (fibrosis) of the liver caused by many forms of liver diseases and conditions, such as hepatitis and chronic alcoholism.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Hepatogram
- Wikipedia's article - Hepatogram
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