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Gram staining
Definition noun A staining method performed to determine whether a bacterial species is gram-positive (i.e. violet stain) or... Read More
Tap water enema
An injection of plain water into the rectum in order to stimulate a bowel movement. Uusally given to relieve constipation... Read More
Soapsuds enema
Definition The injection of a mixture of water and soap into the colon. Supplement The soapsuds enema uses a mixture of a... Read More
Cleansing enema
An injection of a liquid into the rectum or colon with the purpose of stimulating a bowel movement. Generally given as a... Read More
Patellar reflex
Definition noun, plural: patellar reflexes A stretch reflex wherein the anterior muscles of the thigh contracts by reflex as... Read More
Oil retention enema
Oil retention enema A rectal injection of mineral oil or vegetable Oil, introduced at low pressure and retained for 30... Read More
Hyperosmotic
Hyperosmotic Definition What is hyperosmotic? The word hyperosmotic is derived from two Greek words: 'hyper', meaning... Read More
Achilles reflex
Definition noun, plural: Achilles reflexes A stretch reflex wherein the foot jerks towards the plantar surface by reflex as... Read More
Origins of Life on Earth
Although Earth was created around 4.5 billion years ago, life began to exist not long after. Due to the huge timescales... Read More