Functional gene test
Functional gene test: A test for a specific protein which indicates not only that the corresponding gene is present but also that it is active.
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- Functional genomics
Functional genomics: The function of each gene in the genome. Functional genomics is the study of genes, their resulting proteins, and the role played by the proteins the body’s biochemical processes. Functional genomics also involves understanding the genetic control mechanisms.
- Functional hemispherectomy
Functional hemispherectomy: A functional hemispherectomy is a variation of a hemispherectomy, a radical procedure in which one entire hemisphere, or one half of the brain, is removed. With a functional hemispherectomy, one hemisphere is disconnected from the rest of the brain, but only a limited area of brain tissue is removed. This surgery generally is […]
- Functional scoliosis
Functional scoliosis: A structurally normal spine that appears to have a lateral curve (scoliosis). Nonstructural scoliosis involves a temporary change of spinal curvature. This is caused by an underlying condition such as a difference in leg length, muscle spasms, or inflammatory conditions, (e.g. appendicitis), which may produce muscle spasm. Functional scoliosis is treated by correcting […]
- Functional magnetic resonance imaging
Functional magnetic resonance imaging: The use of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to learn which regions of the brain are active in a specific function, as in speech. Abbreviated fMRI. See also: Magnetic resonance imaging
- Fundoplication
A surgical technique that strengthens the barrier to acid reflux when the lower esophageal sphincter does not work normally and there is gastro-esophageal reflux. Fundoplication has been the standard surgical method for treating gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD). GERD is the constellation of inflammation, pain (heartburn), and complications that results when acid refluxes (regurgitates) from the […]