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Southern tick-associated rash illness
An expanding red rash, similar in appearance to erythema migrans, the rash found in Lyme disease. It results from the bite of the tick Amblyomma americanum, found in the southeastern U.S. Ticks of this species may harbor the spirochete Borrelia lonestari, which produces the rash.
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Southern blot test
An analytical method traditionally used in DNA analysis. After a sample of DNA fragments is separated by agarose gel electrophoresis, the fragments are transferred to a solid cellulose support by blotting. The gel is placed between a concentrated salt solution and absorbent paper. Capillary action draws the fragments onto the solid support. The support is…
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Souque’s phenomenon
Finger extension on the involved side of a hemiplegic patient when the extremity is raised to a position 90° above shoulder flexion or abduction.
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Sound conducting apparatus
Those parts of the acoustic apparatus that transmit sound.
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White sound
A sound made up of all audible frequencies.
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Vesicular sound
A normal breath sound heard over the entire lung during breathing.
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Urethral sound
A device suitable for use in exploring the urethra.
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Tubular sound
A sound heard over the trachea or large bronchi. The sound of air moving through the trachea.
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Succussion sound
A splashing sound heard over a cavity with fluid in it.
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Respiratory sound
Any sound heard over the lungs, bronchi, or trachea. Any noise perceived when a stethoscope is positioned over any part of the respiratory tract.
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