Thirteen

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Thirteen (medical term)

Thirteen (/θərˈtiːn/), in the context of medical terminology, is not a term with a specific meaning. However, it can be associated with several medical conditions, procedures, or concepts that involve the number thirteen.

Etymology

The term "thirteen" originates from the Old English word 'þreotene', which is derived from 'þreo', meaning 'three', and 'tene', similar to 'ten'. In the medical context, it is used to denote the count of something, such as chromosomes, vertebrae, or other anatomical features.

Related Terms

  • Trisomy 13: A genetic disorder that children are born with. It involves them having three copies of genetic material from chromosome 13, instead of the usual two.
  • 13q deletion syndrome: A rare genetic disease caused by the deletion of some or all of the large arm of human chromosome 13.
  • Cranial nerve XIII: Although not officially recognized in the standard set of twelve, some researchers propose a thirteenth cranial nerve related to the sense of taste.
  • Thirteen-lined ground squirrel: This animal is often used in medical research due to its unique ability to reduce its metabolic rate during hibernation.
  • Apollo 13: While not a medical term, the Apollo 13 mission is often studied in medical and psychological fields due to the physical and mental stress experienced by the astronauts during the mission's life-threatening events.

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