Category: N

An act or process of neutralizing. In pathology, the binding of an antibody to an antigen in such a way that the antigen is no longer harmful. The opposing of one force or condition with an opposite force or condition to such degree as to cause counteraction that permits neither to dominate.  

Pertaining to muscles and nerves. Pertaining to the relation between nerves and muscles. The physiological network encompassing nerves and muscles in their synchronized functioning. Pertaining to both nerves and muscles.  

Referring to a nerve or the nervous system. Situated in the region of the spinal axis, as the neutral arch. Pertaining to any part of the nervous system. To nerves or the nervous system.    

Pertaining to a nerve or to the nerves, a meshlike structure of interlocking fibers or strands. In a communications system, an orderly arrangement of stations interconnected through communications channels that form a coordinated entity. An interconnecting system of lines and spaces, like a net. Interconnected or intersecting configuration, system of people, or components. Anatomically, the…

The entire nerve apparatus composed of the brain, spinal cord, nerves and ganglia. Comprised of the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and the sense organs, it serves as the control center and communication network within the body. A system of microscopic cells that specialize in the conduction of impulses and are located in the central nervous…

A cordlike structure of nervous tissue that connects parts of the nervous system with other tissues of the body and conveys nervous impulses to, or away from, these tissues. A simple or unbranched vein or slender rib. Most commonly refers to a leaf. Used to distinguish leaf-ribs or veins when parallel, and more or less…

Pertaining to or like a neoplasm (= any new and abnormal growth); pertaining to neoplasia (= the formation of a neoplasm). Referring to neoplasms, neoplasty or neoplasia. Pertaining to a growth of tissue which may be benign or malignant.  

Doctor who specializes in treating the diseases and disorders of newborn babies. A specialist who looks after babies during the first few weeks of life, or premature babies and babies with some congenital disorders. A medical specialist who cares for newborns, generally for the first four weeks of life but sometimes longer, as when an…

A state of tension or dissatisfaction felt by an individual that impels him to action toward a goal he believes will satisfy the impulse. A variety of felt urgencies related to existence, continuation, maintenance of life, and enhancement of living. The biological and psychosocial needs are interrelated. Some thing or action which is essential, indispensable,…