Family History at Medical Drugs Glossary

What is Family History? A record of a persons current and past illnesses, and those of his or her parents, brothers, sisters, children, and other family members. A family history shows the pattern of certain diseases in a family, and helps to determine risk factors for those an

Medical Term & Definition Added By: Elizabeth

Send To Friends!

If you'd like to send the Family History definition to yourself or to your friends/colleagues, just enter the e-mail addresses in the boxes below -

We hope you now understand the meaning of Family History. If you need any more information on this term, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Other Similar Drugs Terms:

Prescription Drugs Term Valeriana officinalis is Valerian. A plant whose roots are used as a sedative and to treat certain medical conditions. It is being studied as a way to improve sleep in cancer patients undergoing treatment. Also called garden valerian, Indian valerian, Pacific valerian, Mexican va

Prescription Drugs Term transurethral resection (TRANZ-yoo-REE-thral ree-SEK-shun) is Surgery performed with a special instrument inserted through the urethra. Also called TUR.

Prescription Drugs Term amoxicillin is An antibiotic drug used to treat infection. It belongs to the family of drugs called penicillins or penicillin derivatives.

Prescription Drugs Term Mechanical Completion is The point in a project at which all equipment and materials have been installed, but not commissioned (started-up).

Prescription Drugs Term gallbladder (GAWL-blad-er) is The pear-shaped organ found below the liver. Bile is concentrated and stored in the gallbladder.