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Bottle (medical term)
Bottle (/ˈbɒtəl/; from Old English botl, related to būtan, "to store") is a term used in various medical contexts, often referring to a container with a narrow neck used for storing liquids such as medications, solutions for intravenous therapy, and other healthcare products.
Usage in Medical Context
In a medical context, a bottle can refer to several different types of containers:
- Medicine bottle: A container used to store medications in liquid or pill form. These bottles are often made of plastic or glass and come with a child-resistant cap to prevent accidental ingestion by children.
- IV bottle: A bottle used in intravenous therapy to store solutions that are to be administered directly into the patient's bloodstream. These bottles are typically made of plastic and are designed to hang upside down, allowing the solution to flow out under the force of gravity.
- Reagent bottle: A bottle used in a laboratory setting to store chemicals or reagents used in various tests and procedures. These bottles are usually made of glass and come with a stopper or cap to prevent spillage or contamination.
Related Terms
- Ampoule: A small sealed vial used to contain and preserve a sample, usually a solid or liquid.
- Vial: A small bottle that typically has a closure, used for holding a sample, a test solution, or a small amount of liquid.
- Flask: A type of container or bottle, often made of glass, with a narrow neck and a wide base, used in laboratories for holding reagents or samples.
- Carafe: A bottle, usually glass, with a pouring spout, used for serving wine or water.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bottle
- Wikipedia's article - Bottle
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