Immature
Immature
Immature (/ɪˈmætʃər, -ˈmɑːtʃʊər, -ˈmætʃʊər, -ˈmætʃər/), from the Latin immaturus meaning "not ripe", is a term used in various medical contexts to describe a state of incomplete development or growth.
Medical Usage
In medicine, the term "immature" is often used to describe cells or tissues that have not yet reached their fully developed state. For example, an immature neuron is one that has not yet developed the specialized structures necessary for transmitting nerve impulses. Similarly, an immature immune system is one that has not yet fully developed its ability to fight off infections.
Related Terms
- Premature: A term used to describe a condition or event occurring earlier than usual in a life cycle. In medicine, it often refers to birth that occurs before the 37th week of pregnancy.
- Neonate: A term used to describe a newborn child, particularly during the first 28 days after birth. Neonates may have immature organ systems, requiring special medical care.
- Pediatrics: The branch of medicine dealing with the health and medical care of infants, children, and adolescents from birth up to the age of 18.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Immature
- Wikipedia's article - Immature
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