Abbreviations T-Z Flashcards
What does ‘T.’ stand for?
temperature
What is a T&C?
Type and Cross: a blood test performed before a blood transfusion, where a patient’s blood type is determined and then crossmatched with potential donor blood to ensure compatibility and prevent harmful reactions during transfusion.
What does ‘T&H’ represent?
Type and hold: a medical procedure in blood transfusion where a patient’s blood type is determined (ABO and Rh factor) and screened for potential antibodies, but the compatible blood unit is not immediately crossmatched; instead, it is “held” in the blood bank ready for transfusion if needed.
What disease is abbreviated as ‘TB’?
tuberculosis
What is a ‘tbsp’?
tablespoon
What does ‘tid’ mean in medical terms?
three times a day
What does ‘TKO’ stand for?
to keep open
What is the full form of ‘TPN’?
total parenteral nutrition
What unit does ‘tsp’ refer to?
teaspoon
What does ‘TV’ stand for?
tidal volume: the amount of air that is inhaled or exhaled during a single, normal breath.
What does the abbreviation ‘UA’ refer to?
urinalysis
What is ‘US’ an abbreviation for?
ultrasound
What does ‘UTI’ stand for?
urinary tract infection
What does ‘VC’ represent in a medical context?
vital capacity
What is indicated by ‘V.O.’?
verbal order
What does ‘VS’ stand for?
vital signs
What does ‘WBC’ refer to?
white blood cell or count
What does ‘WNL’ mean?
within normal limits
What does ‘w/o’ stand for?
without
How is ‘x’ used in medical terms?
times
What does ‘y/o’ stand for?
years old
