Duncan
Duncan
Duncan (pronounced: /ˈdʌŋkən/) is a term that is commonly used as a personal name in English-speaking countries. It is of Scottish origin, derived from the Gaelic Donnchadh, which means "brown warrior".
In the medical field, Duncan's name is associated with a specific medical condition known as Duncan's Syndrome, also known as X-linked lymphoproliferative disease. This is a rare genetic disorder that affects the immune system and is characterized by an extreme vulnerability to certain viral infections.
Etymology
The name Duncan is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Gaelic Donnchadh, which means "brown warrior". The name was borne by a 7th-century saint and two kings of Scotland, including Duncan I, who was killed by Macbeth in 1040.
Related Terms
- Duncan's Syndrome: A rare genetic disorder that affects the immune system and is characterized by an extreme vulnerability to certain viral infections.
- X-linked lymphoproliferative disease: Another name for Duncan's Syndrome. It is a condition that affects the immune system and is characterized by an extreme vulnerability to certain viral infections.
- Immune system: The body's defense against infectious organisms and other invaders. It is a complex network of cells, tissues, and organs that work together to defend the body against attacks by "foreign" invaders.
- Viral infection: The invasion of the body by a virus, which then grows and multiplies within the body. Viral infections can range from mild to severe and can be fatal in some cases.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Duncan
- Wikipedia's article - Duncan
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