Comparator
Comparator
A Comparator (pronounced: /kəmˈparədər/) is a device used in various fields, including medicine, to compare two or more items or processes. In the medical field, it is often used in diagnostic procedures to compare patient data with standard or normal values.
Etymology
The term "Comparator" is derived from the Latin word 'comparare', which means 'to compare'. It was first used in the English language in the 16th century.
Usage in Medicine
In medicine, a Comparator is used in various diagnostic procedures. For example, in radiology, a Comparator can be used to compare a patient's X-ray images with standard images to detect any abnormalities. Similarly, in pathology, a Comparator can be used to compare a patient's blood test results with normal values to diagnose diseases.
Related Terms
- Diagnostic Procedure: A method used to identify the nature or cause of a certain condition or disease.
- Radiology: The science dealing with X-rays and other high-energy radiation, especially the use of such radiation for the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
- Pathology: The scientific study of the nature of disease and its causes, processes, development, and consequences.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Comparator
- Wikipedia's article - Comparator
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