Medical Terminology · Pharmacology · Medium
Intradermal
Meaning: Given into the skin layers rather than beneath them.
In practice: The tuberculin test involves an intradermal injection on the forearm.
Word parts
- intra- means within
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Which word means: Given by a route other than the digestive tract, such as by injection or infusion.
Answer: Parenteral
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Answer: Perioperative
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