Clinical Trial Terminology

noun the act or process of causing temporary or permanent loss of vision

adjective describing something that causes temporary or permanent loss of vision

• The blinding light of the sun made it difficult to see the road ahead.
• I had to squint because of the blinding sunlight.
• The flash from the camera was so blinding, I couldn't see for a few seconds.
• Her beauty was blinding, captivating everyone in the room.

noun a preprandial drink or snack

adjective relating to the time before a meal

• It is recommended to monitor preprandial blood glucose levels before meals.
• Don't forget to check your blood sugar before you eat.
• Make sure to know your sugar levels before chowing down.
• Just like a chef tastes their dish before serving, it's important to check your blood sugar before eating.

noun a type of immunosuppressant drug used to prevent rejection in organ transplant recipients

• The doctor prescribed a tacro medication to help with the patient's autoimmune disease.
• I heard that tacro is really effective for treating skin conditions.
• Have you tried that new tacro stuff for your allergies?
• His leadership style can be described as tacro - direct and to the point.

noun a type of cancer that starts in certain very early forms of nerve cells found in an embryo or fetus

• Neuroblastoma is a type of cancer that forms in certain types of nerve tissue.
• My cousin was diagnosed with neuroblastoma last year and has been undergoing treatment ever since.
• I heard neuroblastoma is a really tough cancer to beat.
• Dealing with neuroblastoma feels like fighting an invisible enemy.