Causative
Causative
Causative (/kɔːˈzeɪtɪv/; from Latin causativus, "causing") is a term used in medicine to refer to something that is capable of causing a certain effect or condition. It is often used in the context of diseases or conditions where a specific cause has been identified.
Etymology
The term "causative" originates from the Latin word causativus, which means "causing". It was first used in the English language in the late 14th century.
Usage in Medicine
In medicine, a causative agent is an organism or substance that causes a disease or condition. For example, the causative agent of tuberculosis is the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Similarly, the causative agent of malaria is the Plasmodium parasite.
Causative can also refer to a type of genetic mutation that directly causes a disease. For example, a causative mutation in the BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes can lead to breast cancer or ovarian cancer.
Related Terms
- Etiology: The study of the causes or origins of diseases.
- Pathogen: A causative agent, typically a biological one such as a bacterium or virus.
- Risk factor: Something that increases the likelihood of developing a disease or condition.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Causative
- Wikipedia's article - Causative
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