Contain

Contain

Contain (/kənˈteɪn/), from the Latin contineō meaning 'hold together', is a term used in various fields of medicine. It generally refers to the ability of a structure or substance to hold or enclose something within its limits.

In General Medicine

In general medicine, the term 'contain' is often used to describe the action of the body's immune system in preventing the spread of an infection or disease. For example, the immune system may contain a viral infection within a certain area of the body, preventing it from spreading to other areas.

In Pharmacology

In pharmacology, a drug or medication may be said to contain a certain active ingredient. This means that the ingredient is present within the drug or medication and is responsible for its therapeutic effects.

In Microbiology

In microbiology, a culture medium may be said to contain certain nutrients or substances. This means that these nutrients or substances are present in the medium and provide the necessary conditions for the growth of microorganisms.

Related Terms

• Enclose
• Hold
• Limit
• Immune System
• Infection
• Disease
• Drug
• Medication
• Active Ingredient
• Therapeutic Effect
• Culture Medium
• Nutrient
• Microorganism

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Contain
• Wikipedia's article - Contain

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