Formation
Formation (Medicine)
Formation (pronounced: /fɔːrˈmeɪʃən/) is a term used in various fields of medicine to describe the process of creating or developing something. The term is derived from the Latin word "formatio", which means "a shaping or molding".
Etymology
The term "Formation" comes from the Latin "formatio", which means "a shaping or molding". It is composed of "formare" (to shape, mold) and "-ation" (a suffix indicating an action or process).
In Anatomy
In Anatomy, formation refers to the process by which a structure or organ is formed during embryonic development. For example, the formation of the heart involves the development of the heart tube, which eventually forms the four chambers of the heart.
In Pathology
In Pathology, formation can refer to the development of pathological structures, such as the formation of a tumor or the formation of plaque in the arteries.
In Pharmacology
In Pharmacology, formation often refers to the process by which a drug is metabolized in the body. This can include the formation of metabolites, which are the products of drug metabolism.
Related Terms
- Morphogenesis: The biological process that causes an organism to develop its shape.
- Histogenesis: The formation of different tissues from undifferentiated cells.
- Angiogenesis: The formation of new blood vessels.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Formation
- Wikipedia's article - Formation
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