Bound
Bound
Bound (pronounced: /baʊnd/) is a term used in various fields of medicine. It generally refers to a limit or boundary, often in the context of biological or physiological parameters.
Etymology
The term "bound" originates from the Old English word "būnd", which means "ready" or "prepared". It was later adapted into Middle English as "bounden", and eventually shortened to "bound". The term has been used in the medical field since the late 19th century.
In Medicine
In medicine, "bound" is often used to describe the limits of normal physiological function. For example, the upper and lower bounds of a healthy heart rate, or the boundaries of a cell or organ. It can also refer to the binding of molecules in biochemistry, such as the binding of a drug to its target receptor.
Related Terms
- Boundary: A more general term for a limit or edge. In medicine, it can refer to the edge of a cell, tissue, or organ.
- Binding: The process by which two molecules interact and form a complex. In biochemistry, this often refers to the interaction between a drug and its target.
- Biochemistry: The study of chemical processes within and relating to living organisms. This field often discusses the concept of "bound" in the context of molecular interactions.
- Physiology: The study of the functions of living organisms and their parts. This field often uses the term "bound" to describe the limits of normal function.
Pronunciation
The term "bound" is pronounced as /baʊnd/.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bound
- Wikipedia's article - Bound
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