Intraepithelial
Within the layer of cells that forms the surface or lining of an organ. For example, a blister forms fluid in the intraepithelial layer of the skin.
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A term meaning “within the fallopian tube.” There are two fallopian tubes in female mammals, including human females. These tubes are also called oviducts. They serve as passageways connecting the egg-producing ovaries to the uterus (womb) in the pelvis. After an egg is produced by an ovary, it enters a fallopian tube. If male sperm […]
- Intrahepatic
Within the liver. For example, a liver tumor is an intrahepatic growth.
- Intramuscular (IM)
An intramuscular (IM) medication is given by needle into the muscle. This is as opposed to a medication that is given by a needle, for example, into the skin (intradermal) or just below the skin (subcutaneous) or into a vein
- Intraocular
In the eye. For example, intraocular pressure is the pressure within the eye.
- Intraocular lens
An artificial lens made of plastic, silicone, acrylic or other material that is implanted in the eye during cataract surgery. Abbreviated IOL.