Scotch
Scotch (skɒtʃ)
Scotch is a term that refers to things of or from Scotland, including its people. In the medical field, it is most commonly associated with the term "Scotch Tape Test," a diagnostic method used to detect the presence of certain parasites in the human body.
Etymology
The term "Scotch" is derived from the Old English Scoti, used to refer to the Gaels, a Celtic people from Ireland who settled on the west coast of Scotland.
Scotch Tape Test
The Scotch Tape Test is a diagnostic procedure used to detect the presence of pinworms (Enterobius vermicularis) in the human body. The test involves the application of a piece of clear, adhesive tape to the anal area. The tape is then examined under a microscope for the presence of pinworm eggs.
Related Terms
- Enterobius vermicularis: A species of parasitic roundworm, also known as the human pinworm. It is the most common parasitic worm infection in the United States and Western Europe.
- Parasitology: The study of parasites and their hosts. It involves the investigation of the life cycle, classification, and distribution of parasites in the environment.
- Diagnostic method: Techniques and procedures used in medicine to identify diseases and conditions in patients.
- Microscopy: The technical field of using microscopes to view objects and areas of objects that cannot be seen with the naked eye.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Scotch
- Wikipedia's article - Scotch
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