Category: P

Systematic error that varies directly with the concentration or activity of the analyte.  

In nutritional theory, a state in which the body’s intake and excretion of nutrients are perfectly matched.  

Epithelium in which the bases of cells rest on the basement membrane but the distal ends of some do not reach the surface. Their nuclei lie at different levels, giving the appearance of stratification.  

Epithelium consisting of flat, platelike cells in a single layer.  

Convulsive attacks that occur as a result of intermittent light stimulus.  

Enuresis in which a child has never been dependably continent.  

A strong, high-colonic purgative that is used when other enemas fail.  

An enema consisting of normal saline solution. It may be used, on rare occasions, to treat dehydration.  

Endometrial hypertrophy due to estrogen stimulation during the preovulatory phase of the menstrual cycle. This condition is detected through endometrial biopsy.  

Acute endometritis following childbirth. Risk factors for development of this condition include premature or prolonged rupture of membranes, dystocia with multiple vaginal examinations, poor aseptic technique, trauma related to intrauterine manipulation, and careless perineal care. Constitutional factors that predispose the parturient woman to endometritis include anemia, malnutrition, and hemorrhage. Portals of bacterial entry include the…