Risk panel
Risk Panel
Risk Panel (pronunciation: /rɪsk pænəl/) is a term used in the field of medicine and healthcare to refer to a group of tests or assessments used to evaluate a patient's risk of developing a certain disease or condition.
Etymology
The term "risk panel" is derived from the English words "risk", which refers to the potential for loss or harm, and "panel", which in this context refers to a set of tests or assessments.
Definition
A Risk Panel is a comprehensive set of tests or assessments that are used to evaluate a patient's risk of developing a certain disease or condition. These panels can include a variety of different tests, including blood tests, genetic tests, and imaging tests, among others. The specific tests included in a risk panel can vary depending on the disease or condition being evaluated.
Related Terms
- Risk Assessment: This is the process of evaluating the potential risks that may be involved in a projected activity or undertaking. In medicine, this often involves evaluating a patient's risk of developing a certain disease or condition.
- Diagnostic Test: This is a type of medical test performed to aid in the diagnosis or detection of disease.
- Preventive Medicine: This is a type of medicine that focuses on the health of individuals and communities. The goal of preventive medicine is to promote health and well-being and prevent disease, disability, and death.
- Genetic Testing: This is a type of medical test that identifies changes in chromosomes, genes, or proteins. The results of a genetic test can confirm or rule out a suspected genetic condition or help determine a person's chance of developing or passing on a genetic disorder.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Risk panel
- Wikipedia's article - Risk panel
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