Saturation
Saturation (Medicine)
Saturation (pronunciation: /ˌsaCHəˈrāSH(ə)n/) is a term used in various fields of medicine. In the broadest sense, it refers to the state or process that occurs when a substance is fully soaked with another substance, to the point where no more can be absorbed, dissolved, or retained.
Etymology
The term "saturation" comes from the Latin word "saturare", which means "to fill or soak". In the context of medicine, it is often used to describe the level of a certain substance in the body, such as oxygen or glucose.
Related Terms
- Oxygen Saturation: This is a measure of the amount of oxygen that is dissolved or carried in a patient's blood. It is often measured using a device called a pulse oximeter.
- Saturation Index: This is a measure used in clinical chemistry to assess the saturation of a certain substance in the body.
- Saturation Point: This is the point at which a substance can no longer absorb or retain another substance.
- Blood Saturation: This refers to the level of oxygen in the blood. It is a critical measurement in many medical situations, such as during surgery or in the management of chronic diseases like COPD or asthma.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Saturation
- Wikipedia's article - Saturation
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