Sabin

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Sabin

Sabin (pronounced: /ˈseɪbɪn/) is a term used in the field of medicine and virology, most commonly associated with the Sabin Vaccine, named after its developer, Albert Sabin.

Etymology

The term "Sabin" is derived from the name of the Polish-American medical researcher, Albert Sabin, who developed the oral polio vaccine. The vaccine is often referred to as the "Sabin Vaccine" in his honor.

Definition

The Sabin refers to a live, attenuated oral polio vaccine (OPV) that was developed by Albert Sabin in the 1960s. It is used to prevent poliomyelitis (polio), a highly infectious viral disease that primarily affects young children and can result in permanent paralysis.

Usage

In medical terminology, "Sabin" is often used to refer to the oral polio vaccine. For example, a medical professional might say, "The patient received the Sabin vaccine to protect against polio."

Related Terms

  • Vaccine: A biological preparation that provides active acquired immunity to a particular infectious disease.
  • Poliomyelitis: An infectious disease caused by the poliovirus, resulting in paralysis and muscular atrophy.
  • Albert Sabin: A Polish-American medical researcher best known for developing the oral polio vaccine.
  • Virology: The study of viruses and the diseases they cause.

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