Alphabetic
Alphabetic (Medicine)
Alphabetic (pronounced: al-fuh-bet-ik) is a term used in the medical field to refer to a system of arranging, organizing, or classifying information based on the letters of the alphabet. This system is commonly used in medical dictionaries, encyclopedias, and databases to facilitate easy access to medical terms and definitions.
Etymology
The term "alphabetic" is derived from the Greek words 'alpha' and 'beta', which are the first two letters of the Greek alphabet. The concept of an alphabetic system dates back to ancient civilizations and has been adopted in various forms across different cultures and languages.
Related Terms
- Alphabetical order: The arrangement of words or phrases based on the sequence of the alphabet. It is a common method used in organizing medical terms in dictionaries and databases.
- Medical terminology: The specific language used by health professionals to accurately describe the human body and associated components, conditions, processes and procedures. It is often arranged in an alphabetic system for easy reference.
- Medical dictionary: A specialized dictionary that provides definitions and explanations of medical terms. Entries are typically arranged in alphabetic order.
- Medical coding: The transformation of healthcare diagnosis, procedures, medical services, and equipment into universal medical alphanumeric codes. These codes are often organized in an alphabetic system for easy reference and use.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Alphabetic
- Wikipedia's article - Alphabetic
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