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Transepithelial
Going through or across the epithelium.
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Transduction
Process by which genetic material (DNA) is transmitted from one bacterial cell to another via a bacterial virus (phage), thereby changing the genetic constitution of the second organism. The transfer of genes from one cell to another by means of a viral (in the case of bacteria, a bacteriophage) vector or a vector which is…
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Transdermal
A technique of administration in which the drug is administered by patch or iontophoresis through skin. Referring to a drug which is released through the skin. Through the skin, referring to absorption of drugs that are either placed directly on the skin (such as creams and ointments) or applied in time-release forms, such as skin…
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Transcutaneous electrical neural stimulation
Application of intermittent electrical stimulation through the skin to nearby nerves for the purpose of relieving pain. Electrical stimulation of nerves for relief of pain.
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Transcranial oblique radiograph
A radiographic view of the temporomandibular joint taken by projection from a superior position on the opposing side of the skull.
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Tranquilizer
A drug that may be used to reduce anxiety and tension. Major tranquilizers are generally used for treatment of psychoses (aka antipsychotic drugs). Minor tranquilizers are prescribed for reduction of anxiety, irritability. A substance drug used in calming person suffering from nervous tension or anxiety. Has relaxing and sedative properties. A medication that decreases anxiety…
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Trabecular bone
Trabecular cancellous bone consists of bone trabeculae, thin plates or spicules with thickness ranging from 50 μm to 400 μm. Trabeculae are interconnected in a honeycomb, nonending, porous system. The pattern of the trabeculae is oriented according to mechanical stress to ensure maximal adaptation to a given stress pattern. Tissue inside bones that resembles a…
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Trabeculae of bone
Anastomosing bony spicules in cancellous bone forming a meshwork of intercommunicating spaces filled with connective tissue.
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Trabecula
Interconnected bony spicules in cancellous bone. A septum that extends into an organ from its wall or capsule. A thin strip of stiff tissue which divides an organ or bone tissue into sections. Trabeculae, mass of connective tissue that divides an organ into parts (e.g., in the penis) or stabilizes and secures an organ, as…
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TPS (abbrev)
Titanium plasma sprayed.
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