Emission
Emission (Medicine)
Emission (/ɪˈmɪʃən/; from Latin emissio, from emittere, "to send out") is a term used in various fields of medicine. In the context of medical science, it generally refers to the production and discharge of substances from cells or bodily fluids.
In Urology
In urology, emission refers to the process that leads to ejaculation. It is the first phase of ejaculation and involves the movement of semen from the vas deferens into the urethra.
In Radiology
In radiology, emission refers to the production of radiation, usually from radioactive substances. This is used in various diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, such as Positron Emission Tomography (PET).
In Endocrinology
In endocrinology, emission refers to the release of hormones into the bloodstream. This is a crucial part of the body's endocrine system, which regulates a wide range of bodily functions.
Related Terms
- Ejaculation: The process by which semen is propelled from the penis.
- Secretion: The process by which substances are produced and discharged from a cell, gland, or organ for a particular function in the organism or for excretion.
- Excretion: The process by which waste products of metabolism are eliminated from the body.
See Also
- Discharge (medicine): The release of substances from the body.
- Radiation: The emission of energy as electromagnetic waves or as moving subatomic particles.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Emission
- Wikipedia's article - Emission
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