Injections
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Injections
Injections (/ɪnˈdʒɛkʃən/) are a method of delivering drugs or other substances directly into the body through a needle and syringe.
Etymology
The term "injection" comes from the Latin injectionem, meaning "a throwing in", which is derived from in ("into") and iacere ("to throw").
Types of Injections
There are several types of injections, each designed to deliver medication to specific areas of the body.
- Intravenous injection - This type of injection delivers medication directly into a vein.
- Intramuscular injection - This type of injection delivers medication into a muscle.
- Subcutaneous injection - This type of injection delivers medication into the layer of fat beneath the skin.
- Intradermal injection - This type of injection delivers medication into the dermis, or second layer of skin.
Related Terms
- Syringe - A device used to deliver injections.
- Needle - A sharp, pointed instrument used in conjunction with a syringe to deliver injections.
- Vaccine - A substance used to stimulate the production of antibodies and provide immunity against diseases, typically administered through injection.
- Infusion - The process of delivering medications or fluids into a vein over a period of time.
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