Health Sciences Terminology

noun the invisible gaseous substance surrounding the earth, a mixture mainly of oxygen and nitrogen.

verb to expose (a room) to fresh air in order to rid it of foul odors or impurities.

• The air quality in the city has improved significantly since the new environmental regulations were put in place.
• I love going for walks in the fresh air of the countryside.
• Let's catch some air by going for a drive with the windows down.
• There was tension in the air as the two rivals prepared to face off in the final match.

adjective relating to or consisting of epithelial cells, which are cells forming the outer layer of the skin and the surface layer of mucous and serous membranes

• The epithelial cells form a protective barrier in the lining of the intestines.
• The doctor said I have some issue with my epithelial cells in my skin.
• I heard that using that new skincare product can help with your epithelial layer.
• Her words acted as an epithelial layer, shielding me from the harsh reality.

noun a part of the body of a vertebrate containing the digestive organs; the belly

• The surgeons carefully examined the patients' abdomens before proceeding with the operation.
• I can't believe how many crunches she does to get those toned abdomens.
• Check out those rock-hard abs on him, his abdomens are on point.
• The city's financial abdomens were bloated with corruption and greed.

noun a medical condition characterized by an excess of a specified substance in the blood

• The patient was diagnosed with anaemia after a blood test revealed low red blood cell count.
• I heard that anaemia can make you feel really tired all the time.
• My friend said she's feeling anaemic and needs to eat more iron-rich foods.
• The lack of creativity in the team was like a form of anaemia, draining all energy and enthusiasm.