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DEX — (DXT) Blood Sugar
A&OX4 — alert and oriented, times 4
AAS — Atomic Absorbance Spectrophotometry
H/H OR H&H — hemoglobin and hematocrit
FTNVD — full term normal vaginal delivery
CEIOL — Cataract extraction with intraocular lens placement
A&OX3 — alert and oriented, times 3
CPR — Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
CRIT — hematoCRIT
CF — Cystic Fibrosis
HEENT — head, ear, eyes, nose, throat
MCGTT — microdrop
BMBX — Bone marrow biopsy
ELLSCS — elective lower segment caesarean section
A FIB — atrial fibrillation
AAT — Activity As Tolerated
SMA-6 — six-channel serum multiple analysis
HIV — Human Immunodeficiency Virus I
COPD — Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
EMLSCS — emergency lower segment Caesarean section
ADLS — Activities of Daily Living Scale
X-MATCH — crossmatch
AF — Atrial Fibrillation
CABG — Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
PRN — ''pro re nata'' (Latin, "for the emergency", "as needed")
V-FIB — Ventricular Fibrillation
PTBD — Percutaneous Transhepatic Biliary Drainage
V-TACH — Ventricular Tachycardia
Q12H — Every 12 Hours
CHF — Congestive Heart Failure
NSVD — Normal Spontaneous Vaginal Delivery
T.S.T.H. — too sick to send home
DM — Diabetes mellitus
FMLA — Family Medical Leave Act
TIB-FIB — tibia and fibula
D BIL — direct bilirubin
ESM — Ejection Systolic Murmur
R/G/M — rubs/gallops/murmurs
ADHD — Attention Deficiti Hyperactivity Disorder
N&V — Nausea & Vomiting
ECG — Electrocardiogram
A1C — glycosylated hemoglobin
CT — Computed Tomography
AMB — Ambulate
ASC-H — atypical squamous cells – cannot exclude HSIL
CVA — Cerebrovascular Accident
U&E — urea and electrolytes (blood test)
C-SSRS — Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale
G-B SYN — Guillain-Barre syndrome
ESRD — End Stage Renal Disease (US Federal Program)

AA — Ascorbic Acid
ADLS — Activities of Daily Living
THR — Total Hip Replacement
SITREP — Situation Report
HIPAA — Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996
MEQ — Milliequivalent
Mφ — macrophage
VDRF — Ventilator-Dependent Respiratory Failure
RSV — Respiratory Syncytial Virus
PERRLA — pupils equal, round, reactive to light and accommodation
FAMMM SYNDROME — familial atypical multiple mole melanoma syndrome
IVSS — intravenous soluset
CNA — Certified Nursing Assistant
AMI — acute myocardial infarction
ACTH — Adrenocorticotropic Hormone
AAOX3 — awake, alert, and oriented, times 3
INSTR — Instruct
CAOX4 — Conscious
IQ — Intelligence Quotient
CTA — Clear To Auscultation (medical; lungs)
EMBX — endometrial biopsy
NT-PROBNP — N-terminal pro-B-type natriuretic peptide
LCX — Left Circumflex Artery
SAPS II — simplified acute physiology score
IX — Investigation
M&IE — Meals and Incidental Expenses
BA E — barium enema
Q6H — Every 6 Hours
DOB — Date Of Birth
ACL — Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ligament often torn in knee injuries)
BAL — Bronchoalveolar Lavage
OPS — Operations
D DAVP — desamino D-argihine vasopressin
J-TUBE — jejunostomy tube
IPPV — Intermittent Positive Pressure Ventilation
DIC — disseminated intravascular coagulation
PCIOL — Posterior Chamber Intraocular Lens
OB-GYNE — obstetrics and gynecology
A FLUT — atrial flutter
ΔΔ — differential diagnosis
PPX — Prophylaxis
Q.M.T. — every month
Ψ — psychiatry
A-NVH — asymptomatic non-visible haematuria
H/A — Headache
H-MOLE — hydatidiform mole
H→S — heel-to-shin test
D55% — dextrose
OHTN — ocular hypertension
IOP — intra-orifice pressure

ADMTG — Admitting
H202 — hydrogen peroxide
AFO — Ankle-Foot Orthosis
LA/AO — left atrial/aortic
CBI — Continuous Bladder Irrigation
KIV — Keep In View
FEV — Forced Expiratory Volume (measure Of Lung Function)
X-AFP — extended alpha-fetoprotein
BRBPR — Bright Red Blood Per Rectum
DSW — 5% Dextrose in water
C-SPINE — Spine, Cervical
ADH — Antidiuretic Hormone
K CAL — kilocalorie
X/40 — x number of weeks of pregnancy
ASPECTS — Alberta Stroke Program Early CT Score
C-SECTION — cesarean section
NISS — New Injury Severity Score
RAADP — Routine Antenatal Anti-D Prophylaxis
HCO3 — Bicarbonate
PRA — Panel Reactive Antibody (blood testing)
B II — Billroth II gastrectomy
AIDS — Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (see also SIDS and HIV)
UAO — Upper Airway Obstruction
ASAP — As Soon As Possible (pronounced AY-sap)
LD50 — Lethal Dose 50 (median concentration of a toxicant that will kill 50% of the test animals within a designated period)
SMA-7 — serum metabolic assay
LABBB — Left Anterior Bundle Branch Block
DCP-CAS — Defined Contribution Plan Casual
RR — blood pressure measured with a specific sphygmomanometer
TBC — Total Body Crunch: Multiple Injuries
ASD — Atrial Septal Defect
IVRS/IWRS — Interactive Voice Response System / Interactive Web Response System
OC&P — ova, cysts and parasites
GPL — George Palade Laboratories
RATVH — Radical Total Vaginal Hysterectomy
H/OPI — history of the present illness
EOMI — Extraocular Movements Intact
C1-INH — C1-inhibitor antigenic protein
Σ — sigmoidoscopy
FISH — Fluorescence In Situ Hybridization
PREME — premature infant
RAD HYS — radical hysterectomy
DICVP — Diplomat, International College of Veterinary Pharmacy
L/S SCAN — liver-spleen scan
S-NVH — symptomatic non-visible haematuria
HB% — hemoglobin concentration in gram per deciliter
IV — Intravenous
AS — Aortic Stenosis
ALL — Adult Lymphoblastic Leukemia
TUIP — Transurethral incision of the prostate

A.H. — every other hour
UCSDMC — University of California, San Diego Medical Center
TCDB — Turn, Cough, Deep Breathe
HA5 — 5% homatropine
L-DOPA — levo-dihydroxyphenylalanine
D5/5 — 5% Dextrose in water
HLD — Hyperlipidemia
SSN — Social Security Number
ASCVD — Arteriosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease
Q.WK. — weekly
BAER — Brainstem Auditory Evoked Response
Q.O.H. — every other hour
CO2 — Carbon Dioxide
T-AX — temperature, axillary
D LOCKER — Diving Locker
LMP — Last Menstrual Period
BPM — Beats Per Minute
EVD — External Ventricular Drain
≠ — not equal
CSSD — Central Sterile Supply Department
VC-BA — Vice Chancellor-Business Affairs
NAAT — Nucleic Acid Amplification Test
I131 — iodine-131
EQVR — Electronic Quality Variance Report
LAP APPY — laparoscopic appendectomy
Q.N. — every night
PLOV — painless, progressive loss of vision
WBAT — Weight Bearing As Tolerated
RAST — Radioallergosorbent Test (immunoassay)
CRRT — Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
FIO2 — Fraction of Inspired Oxygen
VC-UG AF — Vice Chancellor-Undergraduate Affairs
UTI — Urinary Tract Infection
Q.AM — every day before noon
FOOSH — Fall On Outstretched Hand
VC-ER — Vice Chancellor-External Relations
WHO — World Health Organization
DDST — Denver Developmental Screening Test
SAA&HR — Student Affirmative Action & Human Relations
REEDA — Redness, Edema, Ecchymosis, Drainage, Approximation
WRD — word
RFQ — Request For Quotation
ROSC — Return of Spontaneous Circulation
VC-RSP — Vice Chancellor-Resource Strategy and Planning
BPRS — Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale
FTND — Full Term Normal Delivery
V&P — vagotomy and pyloroplasty
NAD — No Acute Distress
B/L — Bilateral
HANDL — headache and neurological deficits CSF lymphocytosis

HA — Hypertonia arterialis
LCD — Liquid Crystal Display
MAIL SVCS — Mail Services
MEDLINE — Medical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System Online
QC — Quality Control
N/TPCT — North Torrey Pines Court
F→N — finger-to-nose test
IPH — Intraparenchymal Hemorrhage
SOBOE — Shortness of Breath on Exertion
I125 — the 125 molecular
AFE — Amniotic Fluid Embolism
IABAD — intra-aortic balloon assist device
AD — Right Ear
— — negative
RVOT — Right Ventricular Outflow Tract
KVO — Keep Vein Open
FACIL D&C — Facilities Design & Construction
FTSG — Full Thickness Skin Graft
LMCA — Left Main Coronary Artery
JVD — Jugular Venous Distention
W/O — Without
APTT — activated partial thromboplastin
ME — Medical Examiner
FEN — Fluids, Electrolytes, Nutrition
CJD — Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease
EAP — Employee Assistance Program
GSM — Global System for Mobile Communications
I123 — the 123 molecular
HASHD — Hypertensive Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease
VC-RM&P — Vice Chancellor-Resource Management & Planning
LBBB — Left Bundle Branch Block
PPE — Personal Protective Equipment
AFB — Aflatoxin B
ESBL — extended spectrum beta-lactamase
TET TOX — tetanus toxoid
DNR — Do Not Resuscitate
STAT — Immediately (from Latin statim)
TX — Treatment (medical)
ABCD — asymmetry, borders, color, diameter
CMT — Cervical Motion Tenderness
CVP — Central Venous Pressure
MB BCH — Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
PPM — parts per million
Q4H — Every 4 Hours
KELS — Kohlman Evaluation of Living Skills
AER — auditory-evoked response
PEEP — positive end expiratory pressure
RBC — Red Blood Cell
ASA — Acetylsalicylic Acid
ASX — Asymptomatic

PA — Physician Assistant
NKA — No Known Allergies
FTE — Full Time Equivalent
LSIL — Low-grade Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion
AKA — Also Know As
MG — Magnesium
HOTN — Hypotension
ā — (a with a bar over it) before
CGI — Clinical Global Impression
FHR — Fetal Heart Rate
LUS — Lower Uterine Segment
ANP — Atrial Natriuretic Peptide
GALT — Gut-Associated Lymphoid Tissue
GASTROE — Gastroenterology
MGSO4 — magnesium sulfate
CVAT — Costovertebral Angle Tenderness
IVF — in vitro fertilization;
S/P — Status Post
ECHO — Echocardiogram
BTL — Bilateral Tubal Ligation
CV — Curriculum Vitae
IT — Intrathecal
PJRT — Permanent Junctional Reentrant Tachycardia
GI — Gastrointestinal
BMI — Body Mass Index
PTA — Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty
AML — Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
CSF — Cerebrospinal Fluid
IM — Intramuscular
RFP — Request For Proposal
CGA — Contact Guard Assist
RA — Rheumatoid Arthritis
RBBB — Right Bundle Branch Block
SAPS III — simplified acute physiology score
AHA — Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia
LDH — Lactate dehydrogenase
SBFT — Small Bowel Follow Through
LAHB — Left Anterior Hemiblock
CBC — Complete Blood Count
WDL — Within Defined Limits
CO — Carbon Monoxide
NKHHC — NonKetonic Hyperglycemic-Hyperosmolar Coma
OPV — Oral Polio Vaccine
NKDA — No Known Durg Allergies
ARF — Acute Renal Failure
CNS — Central Nervous System
Y — Tyrosine
APMPPE — Acute Posterior Multifocal Placoid Pigment Epitheliopathy
CPAP — Continuous Positive Airway Pressure
SIDS — Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

INT — Internal
BX — Biopsy
PDF — Portable Document Format (created by Adobe Acrobat)
UVJ — Ureterovesical Junction
DREZ — Dorsal Root Entry Zone
CPD — Cephalopelvic Disproportion
HGB — Hemoglobin
GU — Genitourinary
MRI — Magnetic Resonance Imaging
HFPSF — heart failure with preserved systolic function
MMPI — Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory
SALT — Skin-Associated Lymphoid Tissue
ORIF — Open Reduction Internal Fixation
SS — Social Services
HNP — Herniated Nucleus Pulposus
DCCV — Direct Current Cardioversion
LC50 — Lethal Concentration 50
SVD — Spontaneous Vaginal Delivery
MDS — Myelodysplastic Syndrome
TB — Tuberculosis
PROM — Premature Rupture of Membranes
NGTD — Negative to Date
FWB — Full Weight Bearing
CAD — Coronary Artery Disease
RSI — Repetitive Strain Injury
CIN — Conjunctival Intraepithelial Neoplasia
IRA — Individual Retirement Account
A — Alanine
DRG — Diagnosis Related Group
TIBC — Total Iron Binding Capacity
Q — Quaque (Latin: each, every; used in medical prescriptions)
PERRLAC — Pupils Equal, Round, Reactive to Light and Accommodation Consensually
LTCS — Low Transverse Cesarean Section
MCV — Mean Corpuscular Volume
AP — Accounts Payable
SSE — Soap Suds Enema
PMH — Past Medical History
AM — Ante Meridian
PSVT — Paroxysmal Supra-Ventricular Tachycardia
ADM — Admission
PMI — Point of Maximum Impulse
ER — Emergency Room
HGSIL — High-grade Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion
LVSWI — Left Ventricular Stroke Work Index
LOL — Little Old Lady
ADCC — Antibody-Dependent Cell-Mediated Cytotoxicity
DBP — Diastolic Blood Pressure
NPH — Neutral Protamine Hagedorn (Insulin)
NBT — Nitroblue tetrazolium (assay)
HACCP — Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point

REG — Regular
OTC — Over The Counter (medications not requiring a prescription)
CKD — Chronic Kidney Disease
AMP — Ampere
LVH — Left Ventricular Hypertrophy
TKA — Total Knee Arthroplasty
DOA — dead on arrival
HCG — Human Chorionic Gonadotropin
GR — Grain
D — Day
BRP — Bathroom Privileges
BNP — Brain Natriuretic Peptide
CST — Contraction Stress Test
BIBA — Brought In By Ambulance
ECC — Endocervical Curettage
PCR — Polymerase Chain Reaction
ITIN — Individual Taxpayer Identification Number
PVD — Peripheral Vascular Disease
ATN — Acute Tubular Necrosis
ADR — Adverse Drug Reaction
BALT — Bronchus-Associated Lymphoid Tissue
DX — Diagnosis
OD — Overdraft
MC&S — microscopy, culture, and sensitivity
ICU — Intensive Care Unit
DJD — Degenerative Joint Disease
IRB/IEC — Institutional Review Board / Independent Ethics Committee
NICU — Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
DLCO — diffusing capacity of the lung for carbon monoxide
PT — Physical Therapy
ADL — activity of daily living
C/W — Consistent With
DI — Diabetes Insipidus
MMEDSCI — Master of Medical Science
H — Hour
FX — Fracture
ACLS — Advanced Cardiac Life Support
LFT — Liver Function Test
AAA — abdominal aortic aneurysm
LGL — Lown-Ganong-Levine Syndrome
MN — Midnight
QS — Quantity Sufficient
BP — Blood Pressure
CMML — Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
DMARD — disease-modifying antirheumatic drug
AB — Asthmatic Bronchitis
GITS — Gastrointestinal therapeutic system
HD — High Density
NABS — Normoactive Bowel Sounds
CA — Calcium

TKVO — To Keep Vein Open
HMO — Health Maintenance Organization
NP — Nurse Practitioner
CR — Creatinine
AMA — Against Medical Advice
BUN — Blood Urea Nitrogen
TPA — Third Party Administrator
RVSP — Right Ventricular Systolic Pressure
OHSP — Occupational Health and Safety Program
CCU — Coronary Care Unit
SBO — Small Bowel Obstruction
LGSIL — Low-Grade Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion
DKA — Diabetic Ketoacidosis
BBT — Basal Body Temperature
BD — twice a day
SD — Standard Deviation
STSG — Split Thickness Skin Graft
OPD — Outpatient Department
IUP — Intrauterine Pregnancy
BSE — Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy
CHE — Cholinesterase
ACS — American Cancer Society
DHTR — Delayed Hemolytic Transfusion Reaction
NJT — Nasojejunal Tube
POST — Posterior
SIRS — Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome
AVNRT — Atrioventricular Nodal Reentry Tachycardia
ASHD — Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease
ANTI-U1-RNP — anti-U1-ribonucleoprotein
SYS — System
DIP — Distal Interphalangeal Predominant
ARDS — Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
OSA — Obstructive Sleep Apnea
QS — every shift
SVR — Systemic Vascular Resistance
CC — Chief Complaint
ADA — Adenosine Deaminase
VAG — Vaginal
BOOP — Bronchiolitis Obliterans Organizing Pneumonia
GH — Growth Hormone
OT — Occupational Therapy
ANA — Antinuclear Antibody
AF — Amniotic Fluid
ECF — Extracellular Fluid
ADA — Americans With Disabilities Act Of 1990 (Text Of ADA Legislation)
DCF — Data Clarification Form
APPT — Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time
UGI — Upper Gastrointestinal
CDI — Clostridium Difficile Infection
HPF — High-Power Field

CO — Cardiac Output
ADLS — Activities of Daily Living Speech
GSW — GunShot Wound
RIF — Right Iliac Fossa Pain
SMA — Superior Mesenteric Artery
NPC — Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma
RDS — Respiratory Distress Syndrome
NSS — Normal Saline Solution
POA — Power Of Attorney
KG — Kilogram
TPA — Tissue Plasminogen Activator
ETOH — Ethanol
CTS — Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
COX-3 — cyclooxygenase 3
ED — Emergency Department
TIA — Transient Ischemic Attack
DPL — Diagnostic Peritoneal Lavage
HOCM — Hypertrophic Obstructive Cardiomyopathy
ASCAD — Arteriosclerotic Coronary Artery Disease
RTA — Renal Tubular Acidosis
VIP — Vasoactive Intestinal Polypeptide
DME — Durable Medical Equipment
VATS — Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery
ESR — Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate
ROM — Range Of Motion
PCWP — Pulmonary Capillary Wedge Pressure
RRR — Regular Rate and Rhythm
IVP — Intravenous Pyelogram
INST — Institute
TNTC — Too Numerous To Count
AEC — Atomic Energy Commission (superseded by ERDA)
EMG — Electromyogram
CRO — Contract Research Organization
OINT — ointment
PCV — Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine
AF — afebrile
SSRI — Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor
SX — Surgery
IVDU — Intravenous Drug Use
TNF — Tumor Necrosis Factor
SUV — Standardized Uptake Value
APSGN — Acute Poststreptococcal Glomerulonephritis
HOLEP — Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate
ABP — Arterial Blood Pressure
TCA — Tricyclic Antidepressant
BWX — bite-wing x-ray
AICD — Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator
PWB — Partial Weight Bearing
APACHE II — Acute Physiology and Chronic Health Evaluation II
MED — Medical

LAB — Laboratory
PVR — Pulmonary Vascular Resistance
BMR — Basal Metabolic Rate
CBD — Common Bile Duct
VSD — Ventricular Septal Defect
PPROM — Preterm Premature Rupture of Membranes
NIPPV — Nasal Intermittent Positive Pressure Ventilation
GPA — Grade Point Average
ABR — Auditory Brainstem Response
INH — Isoniazid
ALK PHOS — Alkaline Phosphatase
IVC — Inferior Vena Cava
SGT — Sergeant
EMD — Electromechanical Dissociation
NB — Newborn
NM — Nanometer
UC — Ulcerative Colitis
SBP — Systolic Blood Pressure
MAT — Microscopic Agglutination Test
IRDS — Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome
FJ — Financial Journal
PEA — Pulseless Electrical Activity
XRT — Radiotherapy
CAG — Coronary Angiography
FA — Fatty Acid
DNA — Deoxyribose Nucleic Acid
SAST — Serum Aspartate Aminotransferase
DDX — Differential Diagnosis
RPM — Revolutions Per Minute, (Rotations Per Minute)
APB — Abductor Pollicis Brevis
CASPO — Climate, Atmospheric Science and Physical Oceanography
ASCUS — atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance
VIN — Vulvar Intraepithelial Neoplasia
DOD — United States Department of Defense
LAH — Left Anterior Hemiblock
IVPB — intravenous piggyback
MVP — Mitral Valve Prolapse
ACT-D — actinomycin-D
GGT — Gamma Glutamyl Transferase
AGA — appropriate for gestational age
NSF — National Sanitation Foundation
ACH — Acetylcholine
STH — Somatotropic Hormone
NO — Nitric Oxide
SIADH — Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone
GOAT — Galveston Orientation and Amnesia Test
LVOT — Left Ventricular Outflow Tract
OU — Oculus Uterque (Both Eyes Together)
IVII — IV insulin infusion
OR — Operating Room

RM — Room
TBS — Tablespoon
AED — Automated external defibrillator
BMA — British Medical Association
TPN — Total Parenteral Nutrition
WCC — White Cell Count
TLC — Total Lung Capacity
IGT — Impaired Glucose Tolerance
CPE — Clostridium Perfringens Enterotoxin
LAP — Left Atrial Pressure
MVO2 — Myocardial Oxygen Consumption
FMRI — Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging
QA — Center for Quality Assurance in International Education
GARS — Gait Abnormality Rating Scale
VPN — Virtual Private Network (ATM)
ML — milliliter; 1/1000 liter
CBG — Corticosteroid Binding Globulin
IHD — Ischemic Heart Disease
APGAR — appearance, pulse, grimace, activity, respiration – used to assess newborns
EDC — Estimated Date of Confinement
BS — Blood Sugar
INFO — Information
DA — Dopamine
HCL — Hydrochloric Acid
CGD — Chronic Granulomatous Disease
BPD — Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia
CHD — Coronary Heart Disease
ASGUS — atypical squamous glandular cells of undetermined significance
ALP — Alkaline Phosphatase
RFI — Request For Information. Sales department shorthand. Special priority when use in conjunction with RFN (see below).
HAZMAT — Hazardous Material
EPL — Extensor Pollicis Longus
CBG — Capillary Blood Gas
RUQ — Right Upper Quadrant
CRF — Case Report Form
L&D — Labor and Delivery
NCV — Nerve Conduction Velocity
DUB — Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding
QT — Quart
AFP — Alpha Fetoprotein
FOBT — Fecal Occult Blood Test
ECM — Extracellular Matrix
EXEC — Executive
TRP — Tryptophan
PIO — Public Information Office
BMD — Bone Mineral Density
BLDG — Building
TAH — Total Abdominal Hysterectomy
QUAL — Quality
TV — Television

RCA — Root Cause Analysis
CMV — Cytomegalovirus
EBV — Epstein-Barr virus
AG — Antigen
EF — Ejection Fraction
IRB — Institutional Review Board
RIH — Right Inguinal Hernia
POTS — Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome
RIND — Reversible Ischemic Neurologic Deficit
DGO — Diploma in Gynaecology & Obstetrics
PDC — Professional Development Center
HI — Homicidal Ideation
CVD — Cardiovascular Disease
DL — Deciliter
IPD — Intermittent Peritoneal Dialysis
PSA — Prostate-Specific Antigen
HHD — Hypertensive Heart Disease
R — Right
L — Liter
DI-DI — dichromatic diamnionic twins
HCT — Hematocrit
RN — Registered Nurse
AODM — Adult-Onset Diabetes Mellitus
LAT — Lateral
ALT — Alanine Aminotransferase
MPV — Mean Platelet Volume
RHD — Rheumatic Heart Disease
AAD — Antibiotic-Associated Diarrhea
2.0 MG — 2 mg
SVT — Supraventricular Tachycardia
COTA — Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
VSS — Vital Signs Stable
SUPP — suppository
P — Pressure
SCI — Science
PMA — Progressive Muscular Atrophy
FDA — Food Drug Administration
BUC — buccal
HBD — Has Been Drinking
MAHA — Microangiopathic Hemolytic Anemia
SUBCUT — Subcutaneous
CAP — Community Acquired Pneumonia
NACL — Sodium Chloride
EDAMS — Encephalo-Duro-Arterio-Myo-Synangiosis
AST — Aspartate Aminotransferase
IPM — Integrated Pest Management
AAFB — acid-alcohol fast bacilli
DIV — Division
GCS — Glasgow Coma Scale
GP — General Practitioner

BPD — Biparietal Diameter
CTR — Cardiothoracic ratio
GAD — Generalized Anxiety Disorder
HSA — Health Savings Account
SLP — Speech Language Pathologist
MAE — Moves All Extremities
EOD — Every Other Day
LAR — Low Anterior Resection
SDTI — Suspected Deep Tissue Injury
ACR — albumin:creatinine ratio
DSG — Dressing
PVC — Premature Ventricular Contraction
AVR — Aortic Valve Replacement
BPAD — Bipolar Affective Disorder
NSAID — Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
HBEAG — hepatitis B e antigen
UDS — Urine Drug Screen
FNHTR — Febrile Non-Hemolytic Transfusion Reaction
PVA — Polyvinyl Alcohol
PAC — Premature Atrial Contraction
CCB — Calcium Channel Blocker
SDH — Subdural Hematoma
TBC — Tuberculosis
UR — Utilization Review
IRIS — Immune Reconstitution Inflammatory Syndrome
BSL — Biosafety Level
A&P — Auscultation and Percussion
CHG — Change
SCR — Serum Creatinine
IFG — Impaired Fasting Glycaemia
T&A — Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
PCI — Percutaneous Coronary Intervention
MIC — Minimum Inhibitory Concentration
OZ — Ounce
MAOI — Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor
TLS — Transport Layer Security
COA — Chart Of Accounts
FDP — Federal Demonstration Partnership
CR — Chromium
SQL — Structured Query Language
EACA — Epsilon-aminocaproic acid
NA — Not Applicable
BSA — Body Surface Area
ERCP — Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangio Pancreatography
LAP — Leukocyte Alkaline Phosphatase
OS — Oculus Sinister
CHEM — Chemistry
A — Artery
REP — Representative
INR — International Normalization Ratio

AHTR — Acute Hemolytic Transfusion Reaction
D5W — 5% dextrose/water
GXT — graded exercise test
CBS — Capillary Blood Sugar
MOL — Mole
SOS — if needed
SPRM — Selective Progesterone Receptor Modulator
MICU — Medical Intensive Care Unit
CDC — Center for Disease Control and Prevention
RVH — Right Ventricular Hypertrophy
CDCR — Conjunctivodacryocystorhinostomy
CONT — Continue
ABG — Arterial Blood Gas "Sats"
AMT — Amount
D&C — Dilatation and Curettage
NADP — Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide Phosphate
PTH — Parathyroid Hormone
ERT — Estrogen Replacement Therapy
SPEC — Special
CRF — Chronic Renal Failure
.1 MCG — 0.1 mcg
O — [ō—letter o with overbar]
PEFR — Peak Expiratory Flow Rate (lung Function)
HVPG — Hepatic Venous Pressure Gradient
DOE — United States Department of Energy (government)
SBE — Subacute Bacterial Endocarditis
MSO4 — morphine sulfate
SVI — Stroke Volume Index
HZ — cycles per second (hertz)
DEXA — Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry
MSLT — Multiple Sleep Latency Test
CAPD — Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis
CRT — Capillary Refill Time
CML — Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
FOB — Fecal Occult Blood
FVC — Forced Vital Capacity
AMP — Adenosine Monophosphate
LIF — Left Iliac Fossa
W — White
LOS — Length of Stay
IRIDA — inherited iron-refractory iron deficiency anemia
IDMC/DSMB — Independent Data Monitoring Committee / Data and Safety Monitoring Board
DRT — Dead Right There. (ODSA) Doctors and nurses shorthand acronym for a patient found dead at the scene.
MALT — Mucosa-Associated Lymphoid Tissue
RPE — Retinal Pigment Epithelium
SGPT — Serum Glutamic Pyruvic Transaminase
ISS — Injury Severity Score
NMR — Nuclear Magnetic Resonance
CH — Chronic Hepatitis
SVC — Service

D/C — Discontinue
DEL — Delivery
RCA — Right Coronary Artery
CTO — Chronic Total Occlusion
RX — Treatment
FBC — Full Blood Count
WMA — World Medical Association
ABI — Acquired Brain Injury
P — Pulse
NL — Normal
AFB — ACID FAST BACILLI
URTI — Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Q.I.D — Four times a day
MISC — Miscellaneous
OSH — Outside Hospital
ASN — Asparagine
M — Male
FEF25–75 — forced expiratory flow at 25–75% of forced vital capacity
SXA — Single Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry
EMT — Extraordinary Masochistic Tendencies (joke At Expense Of Emergency Medical Technicians)
AHA — American Hospital Association
SAH — Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
PTBC — patellar tendon bearing cast
AVF — Arteriovenous Fistula
HPI — History of Present Illness
OP — Office of the President
CA — Carcinoma
EBL — Estimated Blood Loss
AMA — American Medical Association
DRE — Digital Rectal Examination
ATC — Around The Clock
HSKPG — Housekeeping
RAPD — relative afferent pupillary defect
PE — Pulmonary Embolism
NSR — Normal Sinus Rhythm
RTW — Return To Work
BCX — Blood Culture
FVD — Fluid Volume Deficit
DO — Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
MMK — Marshall–Marchetti–Kranz procedure
ECC — Emergency Cardiac Care
EIA — Enzyme ImmunoAssay
LOC — Loss of Consciousness
MCI — Mild Cognitive Impairment
EFW — Estimated Fetal Weight
KCL — Potassium Chloride
AP — Auscultation and Percussion
RIS — Radiology Information System
CNS — Clinical Nurse Specialist
PIN — Personal Identification Number

CDMA — Code Division Multiple Access (voice/data transmission)
WT — Weight
EEG — Electro-EncephaloGram
AAPMC — antibiotic-associated pseudomembranous colitis
ACC — Ambulatory Care Center
VAD — Ventricular Assist Device
NRBC — Nucleated Red Blood Cell
TLA — Three Letter Abbreviation
CRCL — Creatinine Clearance
PCN — Penicillin
DCH — Diploma in Child Health
DSRNA — double-stranded RNA
LVEDP — CO)-left ventricular end diastolic pressure
HR — HUMAN RESOURCES
US — Ultrasound
DEPT — Department
ATCC — American Type Culture Collection
NYHA — New York Heart Association
CK — Creatine Kinase
LVEF — Left Ventricular Ejection Fraction
OBS — Organic Brain Syndrome
FU — Follow-Up
FSH — follicle stimulating hormone
OHD — Organic Heart Disease
SDS — Safety Data Sheet
RDT — Rapid Diagnostic Test
AFL — Atrial Flutter
MR — Mental Retardation
MPO — Myeloperoxidase
MGUS — Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
TSP — Teaspoon
EPO — Erythropoietin
VOL — Volume
MT — Mountain
CCF — Congestive Cardiac Failure
ISA — Intrinsic Sympathomimetic Activity
PROM — Passive Range Of Motion
ATB — antibiotic
PPLV — pars plana lensectomy and vitrectomy
MONO-DI — monochorionic-diamniotic twins
PO — By Mouth
AX — Axis
PEPSE — post-exposure prophylaxis after sexual exposure
BOM — Bilateral Otitis Media
SH — Social History
BNO — Bowel Not Open
ASP — Aspartic Acid
QT — cardiac output
MSM — Men who have Sex with Men
OMB — Office of Management and Budget (U.S.)

AML — Acute Myelocytic Leukemia
PT — Prothrombin Time
HEMA — hematest – e.g. hema (-)
ARG — Arginine
LCR — Ligase Chain Reaction
GAD — Glutamic Acid Decarboxylase
H2O — Water (vapor)
ORG — Organization
PE — Physical Education
HLA — Human Leukocyte Antigen
LOP — Left Occiput Posterior - Fetal position
HX — History
NCAA — National Collegiate Athletic Association
PAF — Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
AI — Aortic Insufficiency
CCU — Cardiac Care Unit
PDA — Posterior Descending Artery
PAWP — Pulmonary Artery Wedge Pressure
OCP — Oral Contraceptive Pill
RPM — Resale Price Maintenance. The UK Net Book Agreement, as was. Means by which retail prices are controlled by primary suppliers. (Alternatively, Revolutions Per Minute, as in engine speed and 78, 33 and 45 records. In years to come how many people will know
CL — Clearance
LIMA — Left Internal Mammary Artery
BA — Barium
NMFS — National Marine Fisheries Services
NCEP — National Cholesterol Education Program
ACEI — angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor
HDN — hemolytic disease of the newborn
TRAP — Tartrate-Resistant Acid Phosphatase
URI — Upper Respiratory Infection
CHOL — Cholesterol
CC — Cardiac Catheterization
CPK — Creatine Phosphokinase
BA — Bachelor of Arts
F/U — Follow-Up
LVF — Left Ventricular Failure
SHBG — Sex Hormone Binding Globulin
SCI — Spinal Cord Injury
TWE — Tap Water Enema
AHA — American Heart Association
CBC/DIFF — complete blood count/differential
ALL — Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
RUL — Right Upper Lobectomy
PERLA — Pupils Equal and Reactive to Light and Accommodation
CTMS — Clinical Trial Management System
PAGE — Polyacrylamide Gel Electrophoresis
UGIB — upper gastrointestinal bleeding
ACT — Artemisinin-Based Combination Therapy
PNA — pneumonia
STM — Short Term Memory
AVM — Arteriovenous Malformation

BBS — Bilateral Breath Sounds
H/O — History of
GEN — General Motors
BV — Bacterial Vaginosis
IVIG — intravenous immune globulin
ROD — resident on duty
ALI — Acute Lung Injury
MATH — Mathematics
ASAD — Arthroscopic Subacromial Decompression
PAD — Peripheral Artery Disease
SVC — Superior Vena Cava
MVA — Motor Vehicle Accident
CYN — Canyon
SCID — Severe Combined Immunodeficiency Disorder
BE — Barium Enema
QOD — Every Other Day
BAC — Blood Alcohol Content
PMR — Polymyalgia Rheumatica
PFT — Pulmonary Function Test
HNPP — Hereditary Neuropathy with Liability to Pressure Palsies
NRB — non-rebreather mask
FEP — Free Erythrocyte Protoporphyrin
SSL — Secure Socket Layer
QNS — Quantity Not Sufficient
H — Hydrogen
RT — Radiation Therapy
NA — Not Available
PAS — Periodic Acid-Schiff
MIN — Minimum
E — Epinephrine
RTS — Revised Trauma Score
PCV — packed cell volume (of blood)
FWD — Forward
H&E — Hematoxylin and Eosin (stain)
AIS — Adenocarcinoma in Situ
APPT — Appointment
STEMI — ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction
CPT — Current Procedural Terminology
BSO — Bilateral Salpingo-Oophorectomy
WB — Whole Blood
VPA — Valproic Acid
BO — bowel open
NAD — Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide
RDW — Red Cell Distribution Width
DLBCL — diffuse large B-cell lymphoma
RT — Reverse Transcription
LAD — Left Anterior Descending
HB — Hemoglobin
NSD — Normal Spontaneous Delivery
BNI — Bladder Neck Incision

ELISA — enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay
HR — Hour
DTR — Deep Tendon Reflex
N — Asparagine
PALS — Pediatric Advanced Life Support
ABD — Abdomen
STG — Short Term Goal
SOL — Space-Occupying Lesion
GRBAS — Grade, Roughness, Breathy voice, Asthenia and Strain
SCD — Sudden Cardiac Death
ECT — ElectroConvulsive Therapy
IMU — Intermediate Care Unit
DLP — dyslipoproteinemia [1]
MVR — Mitral Valve Replacement
PAP — Pulmonary Artery Pressure
LSB — Left Sternal Border
MAP — Mean Arterial Pressure
MAX — Maximum
DOL — United States Department of Labor
RPR — Rapid Plasma Reagin
CF — Complement Fixation
MI — Myocardial Infarction
PD — Peritoneal Dialysis
DTP — diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis vaccine
HPL — Human Placental Lactogen
UV — Ultraviolet (Light)
ANT — Anterior
ACQ — Acquisition
FANA — fluorescent antinuclear antibody test
DOI — Date of Injury
ARDS — Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome
TDWB — Touch-Down Weight-Bearing
SIMV — Synchronized Intermittent Mechanical Ventilation
HSG — Housing
FTT — Failure To Thrive
GYN — Gynecology
# — Number
LE — Lupus Erythematosus
BILI T/D — bilirubin total and direct
AD — auris dextra
ECU — Extensor Carpi Ulnaris
SUPP — Support
ETT — Endotracheal tube
PEG — Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy
PBC — Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
BMT — Bone Marrow Transplantation
OPCAB — Off-Pump Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
ILD — Interstitial Lung Disease
NPPV — Noninvasive Positive-Pressure Ventilation
LN — Lymph Node

DSP — Digital Signal Processor
L — Leucine
CC — Cubic Centimeter
UTIL — Utilities
CHO — Carbohydrate
I&O — Intake & Output
RHABDO — Rhabdomyolysis
SUPT — Superintendent
VBAC — Vaginal Birth After Cesarean
CIS — Carcinoma in Situ
PROC — Process
TCC — Transitional Cell Carcinoma
BI — Brain Injury
C — Centigrade
CEA — Carotid Endarterectomy
GBM — Glioblastoma Multiforme
AMA — Advanced Maternal Age
GTT — Glucose Tolerance Test
S&O — salpingo-oophorectomy
CIN — Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia
OPR — Operator
TEE — Transesophageal Echocardiogram
UE — Upper Extremity
TRF — Transfer
ARM — Artificial Rupture of Membranes
MAE — Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
LHH — likelihood of being helped or harmed
TSS — Toxic Shock Syndrome
NSAID — Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug
ATP — Adenosine Triphosphate (reg: 56-65-5)
HPN — Home Parenteral Nutrition
ID — Infectious Disease
IHSS — Idiopathic Hypertrophic Subaortic Stenosis
TM — Tympanic Membrane
MOM — Milk of Magnesia
CRBS/MEDICAL — Center for Research in Biological Structure/Medical
BPP — Biophysical Profile
AC — Anterior Chamber
CHD — Congenital Heart Disease
ER — Estrogen Receptor
VDRL — Venereal Disease Research Laboratory
PHP — Partial Hospitalization Program
ECV — External Cephalic Version
TTE — Transthoracic Echocardiography
PDR — Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy
GFR — Glomerular Filtration Rate
PE — Pleural Effusion
BR — Bedrest
SID — Semel in die meaning once daily. Only used in veterinary medicine.
QAM — quaque die ante meridiem (every day before noon)

GIST — Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
CGMP — Cyclic Guanosine Monophosphate
CD — Chemical Dependency
C/O — Complains Of
HSA — Human Serum Albumin
PMS — Premenstrual Syndrome
PCA — Patient-Controlled Analgesia
IHC — Immunohistochemistry
A — Adenosine
MODY — Maturity-Onset Diabetes of the Young
UNG — OINtment
PIC — Punctate Inner Choroidopathy
ALS — Advanced Life Support
EDC — Electronic Data Capture
EPCT — estrogen-progesterone challenge test
MCHIR — Master of Surgery
NC/AT — Normocephalic/Atraumatic
AU — Auris unitas
N — Nitrogen
CHR — Chronic
IG — Immune Globulin
IDM — Infant of Diabetic Mother
SL — Sublingual
LBP — Low Back Pain
C&S — Culture and Sensitivity
IVDA — Intravenous Drug Abuse
RH — Rhesus factor
ADLS — Activities of Daily Living Survey
HBO — Hyperbaric Oxygen
NIH — NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF HEALTH
NSTEMI — Non-ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction
RVSWI — Right Ventricular Stroke Work Index
CL — Contact Lens
O2 — Oxygen
HDU — High Dependency Unit
WF — White Female
NAC — N-Acetylcysteine
HEMA — hydroxy ethyl methacrylate, a material in soft contact lenses
VPI — Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
ET — Endotracheal
GTT — Drop
GDM — Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
LP — Lumbar Puncture
L — Left
ISQ — In Status Quo
LUE — Left Upper Extremity
VPB — Ventricular Premature Beat
PCD — Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia
CTPA — Computed Tomography Pulmonary Angiogram
LLL — left lower lobectomy

CIDP — Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy
ALPS — Autoimmune Lymphoproliferative Syndrome
EGFR — Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate
FDP — Flexor Digitorum Profundus
FH — Family History
BLE — Bilateral Lower Extremity
BAD — Bipolar Affective Disorder
HGG — Human Gamma Globulin
KI — Potassium Iodide
STD — sexually transmitted disease
NICE — National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence
LE — Lower Extremity
AID — Artificial Insemination Donor
TLC — Total Lymphocyte Count
FEUREA — fractional excretion of urea
@ — at
FNA — Fine-Needle Aspiration
M — Million
PEF — Peak Expiratory Flow
MAST — Michigan alcohol screening test
AKA — Above Knee Amputation (orthopaedic Usage)
PE — Physical Examination
OP — Outpatient
REHAB — Rehabilitation Evaluation Hall and Baker
LAD — Left Axis Deviation-Electrocardiogram
HT — Heights
KUB — Kidney
ART — Antiretroviral Therapy (HIV)
PD — Per Diem
SCD — Sickle Cell Disease
CI — Cardiac Index
USP — United States Pharmacopeia
AVG — Average Voltage Gain
EGD — Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
AMPA RECEPTOR — alpha-amino-3-hydroxy-5-methyl-4-isoxazolepropionic acid receptor of the brain
LRTI — Lower Respiratory Tract Infection
M — Methionine
MAP — Medical Assistance Program
DOT — Directly Observed Therapy
AEB — As Evidenced By
ADD — Attention Deficit Disorder
DPF — Dental Practitioners' Formulary
MMHG — millimeters of mercury
ACPO — Acute Colonic Pseudo-Obstruction
FBG — fasting blood glucose
AU — Both Ears
PCNSL — primary CNS (central nervous system) lymphoma
AUD — Audit
SAB — Spontaneous Abortion
PFO — Patent Foramen Ovale

PVD — Posterior Vitreous Detachment
NTD — Neural Tube Defect
BOA — Born Out of Asepsis
QQH — quarta quaque hora (every four hours)
RLE — Right Lower Extremity
EGF — Epidermal Growth Factor
FHX — Family History
REP — Repeat
PIV — peripheral intravenous
MB BCHIR — Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
DFA — Direct Fluorescent Antibody
BILAT — Bilateral
AMO — Advanced Medical Optics, Inc.
CT — Calcitonin
ABVD — Doxorubicin (adriamycin), bleomycin, vinblastine, dacarbazine
RICE — rest, ice, compression, and elevation
SQ — Subcutaneous
TRISS — Trauma and Injury Severity Score
SCC — Squamous Cell Carcinoma
VET — Veteran
RVEF — Right Ventricular Ejection Fraction
ADA — American Dental Association
NPO — Nil Per Os
MCP — Metacarpophalangeal
RP — Retinitis Pigmentosa
LVEDV — Left Ventricular End-Diastolic Volume
REV — Review
MIN — Minute
BE — Base Excess
CCU — Critical Care Unit
XT — Exotropia
CARDIO — CARDIOLOGY
CME — Continuing Medical Education
PC — After Meals
R/O — Rule Out
OFC — Office
PROF — Professor
ICF — Intermediate Care Facility
THR — Threonine
SNF — Skilled Nursing Facility
Q.A.D. — every other day
SOB — Short of breath
PR — Per Rectum
BUS — Business
MM — millimolar (millimoles/liter)
ALT — Alanine Transaminase
OS — Overall Survival
LUQ — Left Upper Quadrant
OGTT — Oral Glucose Tolerance Test
NEG — NEGative

NPO — Nothing By Mouth
CFTR — Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator
DB HL — decibels hearing loss
DFMR — daily fetal movement record
LH — Luteinizing Hormone
IPF — Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
AUX — Auxiliary
SPK — Superficial Punctate Keratitis
E — Ecstasy
OOB — Out of Bed
ABN — Abnormal
CHP — Chemical Hygiene Plan
BAL — Blood Alcohol Level
FICA — Federal Insurance Contribution Act
ACDF — Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion
KOR — keep open rate
AUC — Area under the Curve (statistics)
PBI — Protein Bound Iodine
MMSE — Mini-Mental Status Examination
MIS — Minimally Invasive Surgery
SMV — Superior Mesenteric Vein
RFT — Renal Function Test
FROM — Full Range Of Motion
IDDM — insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus
BILI — Bilirubin
A&O — Aware and Oriented
SAAG — serum–ascites albumin gradient
CCK-PZ — Cholecystokinin-Pancreozymin
PLCY — Policy
AR — Accounts Receivable
C — with (usually written with a bar on top of the "c")
PG — Postgraduate
LYS — Lysine
W — Tryptophan
RAI — Radioactive Iodine
CHAOS — congenital high upper airway obstruction syndrome
TMS — Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
ABX — antibiotics
DIL — Dilute
OB-GYN — Obstetrics and gynecology
D — Distance
COI — Conflict Of Interest
TKO — To Keep Open
AC — Assist-Control (a form of mechanical ventilation)
PERRL — Pupils Equal, Round, Reactive to Light
FL — Fluid
#NOF — fracture to the neck of the femur
HOB — Head of Bed
PPH — Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
LES — Lower Esophageal Sphincter

PEJ — Percutaneous Endoscopic Jejunostomy
PAP — Positive Airway Pressure
LI — Lithium
PSGN — Post Streptococcal Glomerulonephritis
RNA — Ribo Nucleic Acid
IUGR — Intrauterine Growth Retardation
EPI — Epinephrine
CS — Cesium
MD — Doctor of Medicine
LOT — Left Occiput Transverse
NFR — Not for Resuscitation
PIVKA-II — protein induced from vitamin K absence
EUA — Examination Under Anaesthesia
COLL — Collect
BSL — Blood Sugar Level
ANDI — Aberrations of Normal Development and Involution
LSCS — Lower Segment Caesarean Section
AKF — Acute Kidney Failure
NSTACS — non-ST elevation acute coronary syndrome
RCN — Royal College of Nursing
SGOT — Serum Glutamic-Oxaloacetic Transaminase
TBSP — Tablespoon
PDGF — Platelet-Derived Growth Factor
RR — Respiratory Rate
HR — Heart Rate
IVU — Intravenous Urogram
AMP — Ampule
BBB — Bundle Branch Block
BRA — Bilateral Renal Agenesis
CDI — Central Diabetes Insipidus
VO — Verbal Order
JRA — Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis
MTX — Methotrexate
ABPI — Ankle Brachial Pressure Index
EDD — Expected Date of Delivery
FESS — Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
VIP — Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide
CDW — Collision Damage Waiver
SZ — Seizure
HES — Hydroxyethyl Starch
AK — Actinic Keratosis
ERG — Electroretinogram
RV — Right Ventricle
GTN — Glyceryl Trinitrate
FF — Fat Free
LLQ — left lower quadrant
HPS — Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome
CRS — Congenital Rubella Syndrome
HYPERAL — hyperalimentation
USN — Ultrasonic Nebulizer

FMS — Fibromyalgia Syndrome
SEGA — Subependymal Giant Cell Astrocytoma
INV — Inventory
EQ — Equipment
ADD — Attention Deficit Disord
5HIAA — five hydroxy indole acetic acid
EVAR — Endovascular Aneurysm Repair
TOP — Termination Of Pregnancy
WS — Williams Syndrome
APPY — Appendectomy
MAO — Monoamine Oxidase
CRI — Chronic Renal Insufficiency
PSYCHT — Psychologist
BID — Twice A Day
APE — Acute Pulmonary Embolism
MOD — Modified
CAT — Cataract
HBP — High Blood Pressure
PSVT — Paroxysmal SupraVentricular Tachycardia
ARB — angiotensin II receptor antagonist
CAPS — Capsule
MS — Mitral Stenosis
HAART — Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy
MCL — Modified Chest Lead
AS — Arsenic
RXN — Reaction
CP — Chest Pain
USPS — United States Postal Services
GU — Gastric Ulcer
TSI — Thyroid Stimulating Immunoglobulin
CAD — Computer-Aided Design
CVC — Central Venous Catheter
IVP — Intravenous Push
TKR — Total Knee Replacement
PPD — Purified Protein Derivative
MAINT — Maintenance
RINN — Recommended International Non-proprietary Name
NSE — neuron-specific enolase
LG — Large
EMP — Employee
FL — Femur Length
TD — Tardive Dyskinesia
ICS — Intercostal Space
SSH — Secure Shell (Unix program)
SECY — secretary
D/C — Discharge
RA — Room Air
MSK — Medullary Sponge Kidney
RAS — Renin-Angiotensin System
FBE — Full Blood Examination

S — Serine
PG — Picogram
PAN — Polyarteritis Nodosa
TTO — To Take Out
ACE — Angiotensin Converting Enzyme
MDA — Muscular Dystrophy Association
EGBUS — external genitalia, Bartholin, urethral & Skene's glands
ARB — Angiotensin Receptor Blocker
NKMA — No Known Medcation Allergies
OCG — Oral CholecystoGram
RD — Registered Dietician
MPGN — Membranoproliferative Glomerulonephritis
EOMI — extraocular muscles intact
TMB — Too Many Birthdays: Person Dying Of "old Age"
G6PD — Glucose-6-Phosphate Deficiency
OD — Oculus Dexter
C — Celsius
TUR — Transurethral Resection
TTD — Temporary Total Disability
AOM — Acute Otitis Media
R — Arginine
BMS — Bare Metal Stent
AR — Allergic Rhinitis
Q — Glutamine
SCCA — Squamous Cell Carcinoma
LFTS — Liver Function Test
NM — Nuclear Medicine
BEA — Below-Elbow Amputation
FAST — focused assessment with sonography for trauma
RNP — Ribonucleoprotein
BDD — Body Dysmorphic Disorder
MCUG — Micturating Cystourethrogram
VOD — vision right eye
HUS — Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome
PUD — Peptic Ulcer Disease
PDT — Photodynamic Therapy
HIM — Health Information Management
SCD — Sequential Compression Device
SOC — Social
PND — Paroxysmal Nocturnal Dyspnoea
DIB — Difficulty in Breathing
HIDS — hyper-IgD (and periodic fever) syndrome
NS — Normal Saline (IV)
SAD — Social Anxiety Disorder
IOL — Intraocular Lens
IDC — Indirect Costs
BIL — Bilateral
GIT — Gastrointestinal Tract
HOSP — Hospital
IMT — Intima-Media Thickness

RCC — Renal Cell Carcinoma
G — Gram (g)
CFS — Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
HFM — hand, foot and mouth disease
MAR — Medication Administration Record
O/E — On Examination
VF — Ventricular Fibrillation
AFIB — Atrial Fibrillation Investigation with Bidisomide
AAL — Anterior Axillary Line
BW — Birth Weight
UBC — Uniform Building Code
PR — Progesterone Receptor
OCT — Optical Coherence Tomography
DC — Discharge
PEL — Permissible Exposure Limit
CNM — Certified Nurse Midwifery
LAC — Long Arm Cast
TKO — to keep (vein) open for IV therapy
PTL — preterm labor
CA — Cancer
EEE — Eastern Equine Encephalitis
HF — Heart Failure
GCT — Glucose Challenge Test
RA — Right Atrium
CK — Check
PE — Pulmonary Edema
FDS — flexor digitorum superficialis
MGR — Manager
JCAHO — Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations
SA — Salvation Army
MRV — Magnetic Resonance Venography
FIN — Finance
PHI — Protected Health Information
MAS — Meconium Aspiration Syndrome
PRL — Prolactin
PT — Patient
PMDD — Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
BCP — Birth Control Pill
NE — Norepinephrine
RES — Research
AML — Acute Myeloid Leukemia
NIDDM — Noninsulin Dependent Diabetes Mellitus
PFC — Persistent Fetal Circulation
DR — dram
IVC — Inspiratory Vital Capacity
F — Phenylalanine (amino acid)
RTC — Return To Clinic
ROP — Retinopathy Of Prematurity
SIL — Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion
PI — Protease Inhibitor

LCV — Leukocytoclastic Vasculitis (acute pustular psoriasis)
HA — Headache
BNC — bladder neck contracture
FFA — Free Fatty Acids
DMSA — Dimercaptosuccinic Acid
TLV — Threshold Limit Value
R — Roentgen
SUI — Stress Urinary Incontinence
THA — Total Hip Arthroplasty
NGU — nongonococcal urethritis
IVH — Intraventricular Hemorrhage
RAS — Renal Artery Stenosis
HD — Hemodialysis
OSA — Office of Student Affairs
TBI — Traumatic Brain Injury
RAP — Right Atrial Pressure
CHB — Complete Heart Block
NAS — No Added Salt
LAO — Left Anterior Oblique
DNI — Do Not Intubate
QS/QT — intrapulmonary shunt fraction
IUI — Intra-Uterine Insemination
ANUG — Acute Necrotizing Ulcerative Gingivitis
RESP — Respiratory
IB — Investigator's Brochure
H — Histidine
GGTP — Gamma Glutamyl Transpeptidase
CCU — Clean Catch Urine
NVD — Normal Vaginal Delivery
AC — Area Code
TWA — Time Weighted Averages
AVN — Avascular Necrosis
R/T — Related To
GC — gonorrhea
DCM — Dilated Cardiomyopathy
HSG — Hysterosalpingogram
IPC — Intermittent Pneumatic Compression
S&S — Signs & Symptoms
TVT — Tension-free Vaginal Tape
SAE — Serious Adverse Event
CAD — Computer-Aided Detection
LAS — Latin American Studies
IR — Insulin Resistance
KV — Kilovolt (one thousand volts) (measurement)
PALS — Patient Advice and Liaison Services
BSS — Balanced Salt Solution
ICCE — Intracapsular Cataract Extraction
JR — Junior
ADLS — Activities of Daily Living Skills
HS-CRP — High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein

RPT — Report
MR — Mitral Regurgitation
DRPLA — Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy
MG — milligram; 1/1000 gram
LAIV — Live Attenuated Influenza Vaccine
IDA — Iron Deficiency Anemia
SAO2 — Arterial Oxygen Saturation
LSD — Lysergic Acid Diethylamide
TBEC — Enteric coated tablet
DOL — Day of Life
APE — Acute Pulmonary Edema
QD — quaque die (every day)
PMN — polymorphonuclear (leukocytes)
POS — Positive
T2DM — Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
FLEX — flexion
GABA — gamma-aminobutyric acid
PLN — Plan
HHS — Health and Human Services Department
RAO — Right Anterior Oblique
IGG — immunoglobulin gamma G (Globulin)
OP — Osteoporosis
VEB — Ventricular Ectopic Beat
NPH — Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
EPDS — Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale
NYD — Not Yet Diagnosed
LD — Lead
DCD — Donation After Cardiac Death
ADJ — Adjunct
NTG — Nitroglycerin
TTR — Transthyretin
DPHIL — Doctor of Philosophy
EAM — External Auditory Meatus
SEM — systolic ejection murmur
TIAA-CREF — Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association - College Retirement Equities Fund
RFLP — Restriction Fragment Length Polymorphism
ANF — Atrial Natriuretic Factor
QAM — Every morning
HCV — hepatitis C virus
CRA — Clinical Research Associate
SDV — Source Document Verification
PID — pelvic inflammatory disease
GIFT — Gamete Intrafallopian Transfer
TID — ter in die (three times daily)
TDMA — Time Division Multiple Access
AROM — Artificial Rupture of Membranes
PMD — Pediatric Medicine
ABCS — airway, breathing, circulation, etc. Refers to priority of needs in emergency situations. Exact spell-out and details after "C" vary by institution, but the "ABCs" theme is recurrent.
DEV — Development
RSI — Rapid Sequence Induction

AGN — Acute Glomerulonephritis
IC — Intracardiac
VGCC — Voltage-Gated Calcium Channel
ICH — Intracranial Hemorrhage
T — Temperature
NPA — Nasopharyngeal Airway
RAD — Reactive Airway Disease
5-HIAA — 5-hydroxyindoleacetic acid
BPH — Benign Prostate Hypertrophy
PVR — Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy
MTA — Material Transfer Agreement
CAL — Calorie
NFPA — National Fire Protection Association
ABW — Adjusted Body Weight
KCAL — Kilo Calorie
P&PD — Percussion and Postural Drainage
ASB — Asymptomatic Bacteriuria
LA — Left Atrium
NES — Not Elsewhere Specified
RRR — Relative Risk Reduction
GMP — guanosine monophosphate
FSE — Fetal Scalp Electrode
ALT — Argon Laser Trabeculoplasty
SOM — School of Medicine
RIF — Rifampin
CV — Color Vision
LOX — Liquid Oxygen
ICF — Intracellular Fluid
MKTG — Marketing
SSI — Sliding Scale Insulin
NOS — Not Otherwise Specified
CRP — Cold Reactive Protein
DFE — Dilated Fundus Examination
K — Potassium
HSIL — high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesion
AJ — Ankle Jerk
DZ — Disease
RCGP — Royal College of General Practitioners
AE — Adverse Event
PSS — Progressive Systemic Sclerosis
RIA — Radio Immuno-Assay
HLTH — Health
PAT — Paroxysmal Atrial Tachycardia
HIDA — Hepatobiliary Iminodiacetic Acid
CXR — Chest X-Ray
B — Black
ADV — Advisory
ARMD — Age-Related Macular Degeneration
INC — Incomplete
IH — Infectious Hepatitis

MJ — Megajoule
MHA-TP — microhemagglutination assay for T. pallidum
A&W — Alive and Well
MERIT — Medical Emergency Response Incident Team
NCT — Nerve Conduction Test
U — University
NKDA — Non-Ketotic Diabetic Acidosis
KTP — Potassium Titanyl Phosphate
ECRF — Electronic Case Report Form
Q8H — Every 8 hours
HB — Heart Block
OTD — out the door (discharged
TKI — Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor
TG — Triglyceride
OM — every morning
GLU — Glutamic Acid
NPF — Nurse Prescribers’ Formulary
CGN — chronic glomerulonephritis
TT — Thrombin Time
REIMBURSE — REIMBURSE, REIMBURSEMENT
A-V — ArterioVenous
D5 — 5% Dextrose Solution
CPP — cerebral perfusion pressure
LAD — Lymphadenopathy
DC — discontinue
CVA — Costovertebral Angle
WBC — White blood cells
BMJ — British Medical Journal
LB — Pound
PTX — PneumoThorax
AGC — atypical glandular cells
ADC — AIDS Dementia Complex
IPG — Implantable Pulse Generator
P&A — Percussion and Auscultation
TURBT — transurethral resection of bladder tumor
HM — hispanic male
ITAC — Information Technology Advisory Committee
BRB — Bright Red Blood
PHIL — Philosophy
ADP — Adenosine Diphosphate (RN 58-64-0)
DCH — Doctor of Surgery
CHMP — Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use
DGM — Diploma in Geriatric Medicine
RVAD — Right Ventricular Assist Device
RLS — Restless Leg Syndrome
NA — No Answer
LDL — Low-Density Lipoprotein (a type of cholesterol)
RLQ — Right Lower Quadrant
CIRC — Circulation
APLS — Antiphospholipid Syndrome

IUFD — Intrauterine Fetal Demise
HEME — Hemorrhage
PTA — Prior To Arrival
HTN — Hypertension
EBT — Electron Beam Tomography
ODP — Ocean Drilling Program
GASB — Governmental Accounting Standards Board
ENGR — Engineer
BCH — Bachelor of Surgery
PTHRP — Parathyroid Hormone-Related Peptide
DDI — Didanosine
DAW — Dispense As Written
FM — Fetal Movement
PROG — Program
APC — Antigen-Presenting Cell
PRIN — Principal
SB — Small Bowel
TEL — Telephone
THER — Therapy
3TC — Lamivudine
BPV — Benign Positional Vertigo
HSM — Hepatosplenomegaly
IOP — Intraocular Pressure
JVP — Jugular Venous Pressure
TIW — three times a week
RPT — Repeat
HS — High School
OD — OverDose
COAD — chronic obstructive airways disease
TWB — Touch Weight Bear
ESES — electrical status epilepticus in sleep
VOC — Vocational
PHN — Post-Herpetic Neuralgia
WAT — White Adipose Tissue
CR — Complete Remission
PCOS — Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
MDVL — Mandeville
AB — Antibody
PKP — Penetrating Keratoplasty
R — Respirations
DD — Differential Diagnosis
PROD — Produce
FF-21 — Food and Fuel for the 21st Century
LYTES — Electrolytes
JAMA — Journal of the American Medical Association
MHC — Major Histocompatibility Complex
ICP — Intracranial Pressure
SVE — Sterile Vaginal Examination
EVAL — evaluation
OB/GYN — Obstetrics and Gynecology

HS — hours of sleep(bedtime)
YO — years old
FT — foot (unit of length)
O — Observation
GOK — God Only Knows
HS — hours of sleep
BGL — Blood Glucose Level
PPD — Postpartum Depression
PDD — Pervasive Developmental Disorder
AS — Auricle Sinistrus (Left Ear)
CTU — Cancer Treatment Unit
PWP — Pulmonary Wedge Pressure
PKD — Polycystic Kidney Disease
HPF — high power field
GN — Glomerulonephritis
UG — Undergraduate
NK — Natural Killer
CTG — Cardiotocograph
MCG — micrograms
WR — Writer
INTL — International
ADA — American Diabetes Association
FEIA — fluorescent enzyme immunoassay
BS — Bowel Sounds
MCV — Mean Cell Volume
SCH — School
VNA — Visiting Nurse Association
TEF — Tracheoesophageal Fistula
AVN — Atrioventricular Node
CCK — Cholecystokinin
ICM — Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
OGD — Oesophagogastroduodenoscopy
TURP — Trans-Urethral Resection of the Prostate
A/W — alive and well
FPL — Flexor Pollicis Longus
NNT — Number needed to Treat
TL — Tubal Ligation
H&P — history and physical examination
MECH — Mechanic
RCVG — Receiving
GTT — Guttae
DIR — Directory
SABA — Supplied Air Breathing Apparatus
MSH — melanocyte-stimulating hormone
SLN — Sentinel Lymph Node
MMT — Manual Muscle Test
TVC — True Vocal Cord
MEWDS — Multiple Evanescent White Dot Syndrome
PEP — postexposure prophylaxis
HL — Hearing Level

CTD — Circling the Drain. Healthcare acronym. Technically and originally Close To Death. Transferable to a wide variety of lost causes. (Ack L Russell)
USS — ultrasound scan
IMV — Intermittent Mandatory Ventilation
HSC — Health and Social Care
OHL — Oral Hairy Leukoplakia
F — Degrees Fahrenheit
MRM — Modified Radical Mastectomy
ETOH — Alcohol
LORTA — Loss of Resistance to Air
CMV IGG — cytomegalovirus IGG
MPL — Marine Physical Laboratory
Q2H — every two hours
GORD — gastro-oesophageal reflux disease
ACD — Anemia of Chronic Disease
CID — Cervical Immobilization Device
SVN — Small Volume Nebulizer
HCC — Hepatocellular Carcinoma (liver cancer)
PUR — Purchasing
PROJ — Project
FRC — Functional Residual Capacity
DNAR — Do Not Attempt Resuscitation
MAC — Membrane Attack Complex
EDS — Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
UPJ — Ureteropelvic Junction Obstruction
IF — Immunofluorescence
RIJ — Right Internal Jugular
IMN — Infectious Mononucleosis
PREP — Preparation
CAMP — Cyclic Adenosine Monophosphate
RPGN — Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis
QOF — Quality and Outcomes Framework
SVI — Systemic Viral Infection
TSH — thyroid stimulating hormone
IIEF — International Index of Erectile Function
SAD — Seasonal Affective Disorder
IE — Infective Endocarditis
PIH — pregnancy induced hypertension syndrome
ABMT — American Board of Medical Toxicology
TF — transfer
HMG-COA — 3-Hydroxy-3-Methyl-Glutaryl-CoA
FCU — Flexor Carpi Ulnaris
PET — positron emission tomography
EBUS TBNA — endobronchial US-guided transbronchial needle aspiration
REEP — right end-expiratory pressure
5-FU — 5-Fluorouracil
NG — Nasogastric
CTPE — CT scan for pulmonary embolii
TSE — Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathy
FNH — Focal Nodular Hyperplasia
COM — Community

USO — Unilateral Salpingo-Oophorectomy
UBW — Usual Body Weight
PTB — Pulmonary Tuberculosis
ABI — ankle brachial pressure index
NGB — neurogenic bladder
TLV — Type-Length-Value
MBSS — Modified Barium Swallow Study
TLR — Tonic Labyrinthine Reflex
COMP — Compound
MSO — Management Services Officer
WLE — Wide Local Excision
HBA — Hemoglobin A
ENT — Ear nose and throat
PREP — Prepare
PNH — Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria
RAE — Right Atrial Enlargement
WTR — Water
TED — (hose) Thrombo-embolism Deterrent
BBP — Blood-Borne Pathogen
AMC — Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita
DHE — Dihydroergotamine
BSX — B-symptoms
FET — Frozen Embryo Transfer
PIPJ — Proximal Interphalangeal Joint
PARA — paralysis
VAS — Vibroacoustic Stimulation
NGT — NasoGastric Tube
CE — Continuing Education
IC — Immune Complex
APECED — Autoimmune Polyendocrinopathy-Candidiasis-Ectodermal Dystrophy
CPD — Continuous Professional Development
DLI — Donor Lymphocyte Infusion
OV — Office Visit
LPH — Left Posterior Hemiblock
STAT — Statistical
CIRCI — Critical Illness-Related Corticosteroid Insufficiency
IUPC — Intrauterine Pressure Catheter
CX — microbiological culture
IV-DSA — Intravenous Digital Subtraction Angiography
TC — Total Cholesterol
TTN — transient tachypnea of the newborn
ALS — Amyotropic Lateral Sclerosis
DRSG — Dressing
ESWL — Extracorporeal Shock-wave Lithotripsy
PHS — Public Health Service (U.S.)
HONK — hyperosmolar nonketotic coma
DHR — Dihydrorhodamine
TEC — Transient Erythroblastopenia of Childhood
DSM — Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (of the American Psychiatric Association)
SA — Sinoatrial

CVE/CVA — cerebrovascular event/cerebrovascular accident
DAI — Diffuse Axonal Injury
TX — Therapy (medical)
HHMI — Howard Hughes Medical Institute
VPC — Ventricular Premature Contraction
RD — Retinal Detachment
FL.OZ. — fluid ounce
GA — General Accounting
DES — diethyl sulphate
CAH — Chronic Active Hepatitis
CORP — Corporate
UA — Unstable Angina
HPOA — Hypertrophic Pulmonary Osteoarthropathy
VA — Visual Acuity
SEP — Somatosensory Evoked Potential
I&D — Incision and Drainage
LOM — Limitation of Motion
CIRC — Circumcision
TMJ — TemporoMandibular Joint (syndrome)
PTCA — Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angiography
IU — International Unit
SAN — Sinoatrial Node
VEP — Visual Evoked Potential
TEMP — Temperature
ICG — Indocyanine Green
CA — Carbohydrate Antigen
OR — Odds Ratio
MCH — Master of Surgery
IVF-ET — in vitro fertilisation and embryo transfer
INJ — injection
CEN — Certified Emergency Nurse
PHE — Phenylalanine
GVHD — Graft Versus Host Disease
OD — Occupational Disease
MATS — Military Air Transport Service
TIPS — Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt
SSS — Sick Sinus Syndrome
CAPA — Corrective And Preventive Action
AHG — antihemophilic globulin Factor VIII
SHPT — Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
CME — Cystoid Macular Edema
VIRO — Virology
IHD — Ischaemic Heart Disease
PRKG — Parking
RSB — Right Sternal Border
LIB — Libra
KCAL — kilocalories
WN — Well Nourished
CBE — Clinical Breast Examination
HCL — Hairy Cell Leukemia

CT — Count
LL — Lower Level
APD — Afferent Pupillary Defect
COCP — Combined Oral Contraceptive Pill
FL OZ — Fluid Ounce
IVD — Intervertebral Disc Disease
LHC — Left Heart Catheterization
DSD — Dry Sterile Dressing
SERV — Service
PM — Post Meridiem
LOA — Lysis of Adhesions
PYRL — Payroll
AGXT — alanine-glyoxylate aminotransferase
ACB — aortocoronary bypass
HGPRTASE — hypoxanthine-guanine phosphoribosyl transferase
BCLS — Basic Cardiac Life Support
MVI — Multivitamin
ACHE — acetylcholine esterase
IEP — Immunoelectrophoresis
SUPR — Supervisor
PCL — Posterior Cruciate Ligament
HAZ — Hazard
CRYO-AHF — cryoprecipitated antihemophilic factor
OCT — Oxytocin Challenge Test
GR — Glucocorticoid Receptor
POCT — point-of-care test
AI — Association Index
ALA — Aminolevulinic Acid
BEE — Basal Energy Expenditure
ACE — Arthritis Control Electrostimulator
MPAP — Mean Pulmonary Artery Pressure
AFA — Advanced First Aid
REM — Rapid Eye Movement
TTS — Transdermal Therapeutic System
TRANS — Transport
MICN — Mobile Intensive Care Nurse
BDR — Background Diabetic Retinopathy
OA — Osteo-Arthritis
PO2 — Partial Pressure Of O2
LGBT — Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender
PBP — Progressive Bulbar Palsy
LPN — Licensed Practice Nurse
RV — Residual Volume
PPV — Positive Predictive Value (e.g., of a diagnostic test)
GC — gonococcus (gonnorhea germ)
TDP — Torsades de Pointes
NM — Neuromuscular
LDW — Last Day Worked
EMU — Early Morning Urine
DIB — Dead in Bed

TIL — Tumor Infiltrating Lymphocytes
CRC — Clinical Research Coordinator
NOF — Neck Of Femur
PPS — Payroll Personnel System
VE — Vaginal Examination
CM — Chirurgiae Magister
OCD — tic/obsessive compulsive disorder
BR — Bathroom
APH — Antepartum Haemorrhage
FDG — Fluorodeoxyglucose
ICA — Intercollegiate Athletics
CT — chest tube
F — Frequency
L&A — Light And Accommodation
MCOT — Mobile Cardiac Outpatient Telemetry
MEB — Muscle-Eye-Brain Disease
EAC — External Auditory Canal
MRA — Magnetic Resonance Angiography
DOB — Difficulty of Breathing
TOF — tetralogy of Fallot
FENA — Fractional Excretion of Sodium
UCG — Urinary Chorionic Gonadotropin
SOL — Solution
MR — Modified Release
AP — alkaline phosphatase
WPC — washed packed cells
MIN — Minority
LLC — Long Leg Cast
I — Isoleucine
ABW — Actual Body Weight
FL — Floor
AC — ante cibum (before food)
CRT — Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy
DVT — Deep Vein Thrombosis
TTE — Transthoracic Echocardiogram
SSKI — Saturated solution of potassium iodide
LOC — Level Of Consciousness
YR — Years old
PBX — probiotics
ER — External Relations
ASIS — Anterior Superior Iliac Spine
RRP — Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis
MUS — Medically Unexplained Symptoms (healthcare; aka Medically Unexplained Physical Symptoms)
MP — Metacarpophalangeal
A/O — Alert and Oriented
UOP — Urinary Output
CC — cum cibo (with food)
MLE — Midline Episiotomy
SOAP — Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan
DDNS — Divisional Dean/Natural Sciences

UD — ut dictum (as directed)
MEL — Maximum Exposure Limit
BSE — Breast Self-Examination
MSE — Mental Status Examination
DCP — Diploma in Clinical Pathology
SCCA — Squamous Cell Carcinoma Associated Antigen
LPSOE — Lecturer with Potential Security of Employment
VMA — Vanillymadelic Acid
AE — Above Elbow
GTN — Gestational Trophoblastic Neoplasia
YR — Year
EMS — Emergency medical service
UNK — Unknown
SE — Sales Engineer
AA — Alcoholics Anonymous
PAP — Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
MSR — Medical Science Research
EDH — epidural hematoma
PCS — Post-Concussion Syndrome
SSSS — Staphylococcal Scalded Skin Syndrome
SN — Skilled Nursing
KUB — kidney, ureter, bladder (x-rays)
GRAD — Graduate
HDL — High-Density Lipoprotein (a type of cholesterol)
HSV — Herpes Simplex Virus
V — Vitreous
DIF — Direct Immunofluorescence
IPV — Inactivated Polio Vaccine
HMG — Human Menopausal Gonadotropin
FLAIR — fluid attenuated inversion recovery imaging
AXR — Abdominal X-Ray
D5W — 5% Dextrose in water
PABA — Para-Aminobenzoic Acid
ALF — Assisted Living Facility
T.D.S. — three times a day
APS — Antiphospholipid Syndrome
PRBC — packed red blood cells
ITP — Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
SIBO — Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth
QID — quattuor in die (four times a day)
CSDD — Cornell Scale for Depression in Dementia
ID — IDentifier
MCHC — Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration (occupational Exposure)
BRVO — Branch retinal vein occlusion
A/A — Affirmative Action
DLB — Dementia with Lewy Bodies
DSDP — Deep-Sea Drilling Project
A — Apical
EUA — Examination Under Anesthesia
PTSD — Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

EDD — Estimated Date of Discharge
MOL — Molecule
ANTI-RNP — antibodies to ribonucleoprotein
IABP — Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump
BKA — below-the-knee amputation
FE — Iron (Latin ''Ferrum'')
HMBP — Hazardous Materials Business Plan
AEM — Ambulatory electrocardiogram monitoring
APUD — Amine Precursor Uptake and Decarboxylation
CT — Counterterrorism
EMR/EHR — Electronic Medical Record / Electronic Health Record
HBSAG — Hepatitis B Surface Antigen
UA — Urinalysis
SVG — Saphenous Vein Graft
INT — Intermittent Needle Therapy
BIPAP — BIlevel Positive Airway Pressure
MV — Minute Volume
CDE — Common Duct Exploration
DES — Dry Eye Syndrome
USR — Unheated Serum Reagin
SICU — Surgical Intensive Care Unit
NG — Nanogram
UVC — Umbilical Venous Catheter
CMO — Comfort Measures Only
UPSI — Unprotected Sexual Intercourse
RT — Route
LAE — Left Atrial Enlargement
COH — Controlled Ovarian Hyperstimulation
REL — RELATION, RELATIONS, RELATED
AP&M — Applied Physics & Mathematics Building
FFPHM — Fellow Faculty of Public Health Medicine
BG — Blood Glucose
IPAP — inspiratory positive airway pressure
D&E — Dilation and evacuation
TP — Total Protein
RFVIIA — recombinant activated factor VIIa
WASP — Wiskott-Aldrich Syndrome Protein
REQ — Request
# — Fracture
PNB — Prostate Needle Biopsy (medical)
FLA-ABS — fluorescent antibody absorption test
VLY — Valley
O&P — Ova & Parasites
PEM — protein/energy malnutrition (aka Kwashiorkor
LLETZ — Large Loop Excision of the Transformation Zone
VS — vital signs
LGA — large for gestational age
A/B — acid-base ratio
BMEDSCI — Bachelor of Medical Science
ETMF — Electronic Trial Master File

RA — Refractory Anemia
PSYCH — psychiatry
UUS — upper uterine segment
HIT — Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia
M&M — morbidity and mortality
MM3 — Cubic Millimetre
AD LIB — As desired
NA — Sodium (Latin ''Natrium'')
GDA — Gastroduodenal Artery
LWBS — Left Without Being Seen
PLHA — People Living with HIV/AIDS
FOF — Found on Floor
AZOOR — Acute Zonal Occult Outer Retinopathy
DGEMRIC — gadolinium-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging of cartilage
POD — Postoperative Day
HP — hot packs
LASH — left anterior superior hemiblock
PEX — Plasma Exchange
ST — Speech Therapy
NVA — near visual acuity
PZA — Pyrazinamide
Y/O — years old
OD — Once Daily
PUFA — Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid
SAR — Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis
DPT — Diphtheria, pertussis, tetanus
AZT — azidothymidine
BM — Bowel Movement
GGT — L-gamma-glutamyl transferase
RSC — Radiation Safety Committee
MSAP — Management Skills Assessment Program
D25 — 25% dextrose injections
ALF — Acute Liver Failure
DIU — Death in Utero
HGPRT — hypoxanthine guanine phosphoribosyltransferase
DAEC — Diffusely Adherent Escherichia Coli
LVAD — Left Ventricular Assist Device
PKU — Phenylketonuria
X/7 — x number of days
CAO — conscious alert and oriented
NO. — Number
LCIS — Lobular Carcinoma in Situ
ORT — Oral Rehydration Therapy
MELD — model for end-stage liver disease
GBM — Glomerular Basement Membrane
FEV1 — forced expiratory volume in one second
TAB — Tablet
ASW — Approved Social Worker
RS CELL — Reed–Sternberg cell
COLD — Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease

WK — Week
INSP — Inspector
SUSP — Suspension
SHOB — shortness of breath
VAL — Valine
CRVO — Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
SLE — Systemic Lupus Erythematous
NPQ — Not Physically Qualified
POSDI — progestogen-only subdermal implant
OJ — Orange Juice
TAPP — Transabdominal Preperitoneal
PAH — Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
PTT — Partial Thromboplastin Time
ETS — Endoscopic Thoracic Sympathectomy
PX — Prognosis
SAC — Short Arm Cast
EXT — Extract
SSMP — sanitary sewer management plan
TCM — Traditional Chinese Medicine
EMER — Emergency
CCT — Certified Cardiographic Technician
ICHD — International Classification of Headache Disorders
FP — Feature Package
ANTHRO — Anthropology
FDTN — Foundation
ALD — alcoholic liver diseases
EOA — Esophageal Obturator Airway
DMPA — Depot Medroxyprogesterone Acetate
ET — Esotropia
CICU — Cardiac Intensive Care Unit
BKSTR — Bookstore
FUO — fever of unknown origin
ECI — febris e causa ignota
HLV — Herpes-Like Virus
JCVI — Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation
PRP — Panretinal Photocoagulation
BL TIME — bleeding time
INF — Inferior
OPPT — Oriented to Person, Place, and Time
P.V. — per vagina
TEV — Travel Expense Voucher
PKA — protein kinase activity
OP — Operational
AM — After Morning
FFCM — Fellow Faculty of Community Medicine
QTC — QT interval corrected for heart rate
FBS — fasting blood sugar
BK — Bradykinin
ENG — electronystagmography
PA — posteroanterior

ECCE — ExtraCapsular Cataract Extraction
MCHC — Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentrate
ACL — anticardiolipin
AP — Apical Pulse
AFI — Amniotic Fluid Index
IUT — Intrauterine Transfusion
IBC — Institutional Biosafety Committee
AF-AFP — amniotic fluid alpha fetoprotein
6MP — 6-mercaptopurine
T — tablespoon
PEST — psoriasis epidemiology screening tool
PK — Pharmacokinetics
MS — medical student (MS-1, MS-2, MS-3, MS-4
IDIF — Indirect Immunofluorescence
SO — Superior Oblique
RX — prescriptions
FREQ — Frequency
ADM — administrator
DOC — Document
DTA — descending thoracic aorta
CIOMS — Council for International Organizations of Medical Sciences
NUC — Nuclear
ILE — Isoleucine
INH — Inhalation
T&C — Type and Cross
BFS — Business and Financial Services
NNH — Number Needed to Harm
AFB — acid-fast bacillia
ANGIO — angiogram
SNP — Sodium Nitroprusside
FFPATH — Fellow Faculty of Pathology
HBV — hepatitis B virus
A.P. — before a meal
S3 — third heart sound
PED — Pediatric
CCPD — Continuous Cyclic Peritoneal Dialysis
CT — Computer Tomography
ONR — Office of Naval Research (U.S.)
STEC — Shiga Toxin-Producing Escherichia Coli
ECP — Emergency Care Practitioner
DFSA — Drug-Facilitated Sexual Assault
AED — Antiepileptic Drug
ETIOL — etiology
POS — Point-Of-Service
TRNG — Training
O — Morally Offensive
PLT — Platelet
BDL — below detectable level/limit
CSR — Customer Service Request
APR — Abdominoperineal Resection

QM — Quality Management
ICF — Informed Consent Form
MATL — Material
DDAVP — Desmopressin Acetate
GCA — Giant Cell Arteritis
K — Lysine
SI — Sacroiliac Joint
COSHH — Committee on Substances Hazardous to Health
PM — Polymyositis
BSI — Bodily Substance Isolation
PE — pulmonary embolus
LHRH — luteinizing hormone releasing hormone, luliberin
DPM — Doctor of Pediatric Medicine
NEC — Necrotizing Enterocolitis
APKD — Adult Polycystic Kidney Disease
PICU — Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
IN VIVO — within the living
HPI — history of the present illness
A.A. — amino acids:
WAP — Wandering Atrial Pacemaker
BM — Bachelor of Medicine
STI — sexually transmitted infection
SOM — Serous Otitis Media
BUD — Budget
POEM — Patient-oriented Eczema Measure
RECP — Reception
CFT — Complement-fixation Test
GR COCCI — gram positive cocci
SW — Stab Wound
BLD — Blood
IBD — Inflammatory Bowel Disease
NASH — Non-Alcoholic SteatoHepatitis
P.T. — pharyngeal toilet
HOPI — History of Present Illness
PAO — Peak Acid Output
LIH — Left Inguinal Hernia
IMID — Immunomodulatory Drug
EMB — Ethambutol
FRS — Fellow of the Royal Society
ARVD — arrhythmogenic right ventricular dysplasia
PRP — Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris
V — Valine
MRDD — Mental Retarded/Developmentally Disabled
SG — Specific Gravity
REE — intake/resting energy expenditure
GDP — Guanosine Diphosphate
ACU — Ambulatory Care Unit
WDWN — Well developed and well nourished
AIP — Academic Internship Program
AVB — Atrio-Ventricular Block

BC — Blood Culture
CHC — Community Health Council
ACR — American College of Radiology
DIP GU MED — Diploma in Genitourinary Medicine
PH.D. — Doctorate Of Philosophy
PHTLS — Prehospital Trauma Life Support
EFWC — electrolyte-free water clearance
VD — Venereal Disease
DCIS — Ductal Carcinoma In Situ
PRIND — Prolonged Reversible Ischemic Neurologic Deficit
GVL — graft versus leukemia
CFU — Colony Forming Unit (for Bacteria Counting In Water Disinfection)
DKA — Don't Know Anything
PAT — patient
AVJRT — atrioventricular junctional re-entry tachycardia
PC — post cibum (after food)
FAP — Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
HRV — BACKGROUND:Heart rate variability
PIP — Peak Inspiratory Pressure
H.S. — at bedtime
NPV — Negative Predictive Value (e.g., of a diagnostic test)
CYSTO — Cystoscopy
IDLH — Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health
TRLR — Trailer
QHS — quaque hora somni (every night at bedtime)
V&A — vagotomy and antrectomy
ISDN — Isosorbide Dinitrate
DS — Down syndrome
MMR — Measles, mumps, rubella
GCT — Giant Cell Tumor
CMS — Correctional Medical Services
JIA — Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
CATH — Catheter
UAC — Umbilical Artery Catheter
DRESS — Drug Rash with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms
HG — Mercury (Latin Hydrargyrum)
PS — Pressure Support
CCPD — continuous cycler-assisted peritoneal dialysis
SROM — Spontaneous rupture of membrane
IBC — Inflammatory Breast Cancer
ALT — argon laser trabececuloplasty
A — Assessment
CALLA — Common Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia Antigen
BIB — Brought In By
SR — Slow Release
PERLA — pupils equal, reactive to light and accommodations
BT — Bleeding Time
OD — eye doctor
IVC — Intravenous cholangiogram
AOD — Arterial Occlusive Disease

VW — Vessel Wall
AMHP — Approved Mental Health Professional
SEN — subependymal nodule
RML — right middle lobe (lung)
MLC — Midline Catheter
BZD — Benzodiazepine
TOL — trial of labor
IBW — Ideal Body Weight
TG — Thyroglobulin
TST — Tuberculin Skin Test
LGM — Lymphogranulomatosis Maligna
CIWA — Clinical Institute Withdrawal Assessment
SCL — Soft Contact Lens
IOF — International Operation Forces
PLMS — periodic limb movements of sleep
CREAT — Creatinine
TA — Teaching Assistant
INSTL — Install
EVF — erythrocyte volume fraction
AD. — right ear
S — without (usually written with a bar on top of the "s")
EXT — Extension Shelf
GHP — Group Health Plan, Inc.
IUCD — Intrauterine Contraceptive Device
FF — fundus firm
CRF/LRC/RB — Clinical Research Facility/Lipid Research Clinic/Rancho Bernardo
MARSA — Methicillin- and Aminoglycoside-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus
LUL — Left Upper Lobe
CV — Cardiovascular
SMO — Site Management Organization
NCS — Nerve Conduction Study
FDP — Serum-fibrin degradation products
HUM — Human
NT — NasoTracheal
HDCV — Human Diploid Cell Vaccine
PX — Physical Examination
NB — note well (please pay attention)
IPPB — intermittent positive pressure breathing
AAALAC — Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care
SPC — Summary of Product Characteristics
RDS — Retiree Drug Subsidy
POSE — primary obesity surgery, endoscopic
EMDA — electromotive drug administration
K — Kilometer
IDL — intermediate-density lipoprotein
HTVD — hypertensive vascular disease
L — Litre
CTU — Cardiothoracic Surgery Intensive Care Unit
UOSM — Urine Osmolality
ISIS — Integrated Student Information System

A.A. — of each
MVV — Maximum Voluntary Ventilation
SLI — Supplemental Liability Insurance
VCUG — Voiding Cystourethrogram
RADS — Reynolds Adolescent Depression Scale
PHX — Past History
AST — Aspartate Transaminase
HRCT — High-resolution computed tomography
BMZ — Basement Membrane Zone
PICC — Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
VOD — Volume of Distribution
SC — Subcutaneous
PERLA — Pupils Equal React to Light and Accommodation
DDS — Doctor of Dental Surgery
ECMO — Extra Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation
HVD — hypertension vascular disease
BW — Body Weight
S/A — sugar and acetone
STRKPR — Storekeeper
LLD — Leg Length Discrepancy
GNRH — gonadotropin-releasing hormone
S4 — fourth heart sound
MDCT — multidetector row computerized tomography
S1 — First Heart Sound
PROCTO — Proctoscopy
GVHD — chronic graft-versus-host-disease
IMA — Inferior Mesenteric Artery
PMR — Percutaneous Myocardial Revascularization
PM&R — Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
ASCUS — Atypical Squamous Cells of Unknown Significance
AHH — aryl hydrocarbon hydroxylase
PCNL — Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy
EOM — Extraocular muscle
PPTCT — prevention of parent-to-child transmission [of HIV]
LMWH — Low molecular weight heparin(oid
SERM — Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulator
CFC — Chloroflourocarbon
FNA — fine needle aspiration biopsy
AIIRA — angiotensin-II receptor antagonist
WS — Waardenburg Syndrome
LMA — Laryngeal Mask Airway
EST — Electroshock Therapy
MEDS — Medication
OPG — Ocular Plethysmography
LEU — Leucine
FOS — Full of Stool
A.M. — before noon
NIDDM — Non-Insulin-Dependent Diabetes Mellitus
SLR — Straight Leg Raise
HCM — Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy

FMP — First Menstrual Period
CUSTDN — Custodian
DCSSC — diffuse cutaneous systemic sclerosis
IACUC — Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee
DMD — Dentariae Medicinae Doctoris
HAE — Hereditary Angioedema
LCHAD — Long-chain 3-hydroxyacyl-coenzyme A dehydrogenase
ICH — International Conference of Harmonization
LGI — Low Gastrointestinal
SUBQ — Subcutaneous
PLS — Primary Lateral Sclerosis
UR — Urine
PHYCS — Physics
RTV — Ritonavir
TMF — Trial Master File
T — teaspoon
QH — quaque hora (every hour)
T4 — Thyroxine
HFNEF — heart failure with a normal ejection fraction
WNL — Will Not Listen
BR — Bed Rest
CIRC — Circumcision Information Resource Centre
CPDA — Citrate Phosphate Dextrose Adenine
TBSE — Total Body Skin Examination
DAA — Denitrogenation Absorption Atelectasis
GPI — globus pallidus interna
PREOP — Preoperative
TIN — Tubulointerstitial Nephritis
MSBOS — Maximum Surgical Blood Order Schedule
NOMI — Nonocclusive Mesenteric Ischemia
SHX — surgical history
@ — each
PVS — Persistent Vegetative State
FPR — False Positive Rate
TMT — Treadmill Test
MOD — moderate dysplasia
CMACE — Centre for Maternal and Child Enquiries
BTB — Breakthrough Bleeding
2° — secondary
NSA — no significant abnormality
RAIU — Radioactive iodine uptake
FTA — Fluorescent Treponemal Antibodies
GERD — Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease
T3 — Triiodothyronine
ZN — Zinc
PECS — picture exchange communication system
GA — general anaesthetic
FEIN — Federal Employer Identification Number
BPHARM — Bachelor of Pharmacy
PTU — Propylthiouracil

FACIL — Facility
UIH — University of Illinois Hospital
MB CHB — Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
IRT — Immunoreactive trypsin
PAPP-A — Pregnancy-Associated Plasma Protein A
VSA — vital signs absent
Δ — diagnosis;
EDRF — endothelium-derived relaxing factor or factors
HCRP — Hospital Cornea Retrieval Programme
SSSI — Skin and Skin Structure Infection
A.C. — before a meal
LIC — License
DILI — drug-induced liver injury
LA — local anaesthetic
ISMN — Isosorbide Mononitrate
PSC — Posterior Subcapsular Cataract
AK — Above Knee
LSA — lichen sclerosus et atrophieus
ARVC — arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy
WS — water-soluble
IUD — Intra-Uterine Device
EDTA — ethylene-diamine-tetraacetic acid
RGPG — Retrograde Pyelogram
FLK — funny-looking kid
AECG — ambulatory electrocardiography
5HTP — five hydroxy tryptophan
HMD — Hyaline Membrane Disease
TR — Tricuspid Regurgitation
CH — congenital hypothyroidism
PEG — Pneumoencephalogram
STNR — Symmetrical tonic neck reflex
MR — Medical Representative (Japan)
ICAS — Independent Complaints Advocacy Services
PI — Present Illness
CCE — clubbing, cyanosis, and edema
MCH — Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin
EHEC — Enterohemorrhagic Escherichia Coli
FB — Foreign Body
APO — Acute Pulmonary Oedema
NDC — National Drug Code
X/12 — x number of months
FNAC — fine-needle aspiration cytology
UBT — Urea Breath Test
HGH — human growth hormone
HONK — HyperOsmolar Non-Ketotic
V/Q — Ventilation/Perfusion
HVLT — high-velocity lead therapy
CSF — colony stimulating factor
PTSD — posttraumatic stress disorder
HCG — human chorionic gonadotrophin

DIA — Digital Image Analysis
CB — Ciliary Body
CPT — Chest Physical Therapy
PR — Prothrombin Ratio
NEAP — Net Endogenous Acid Production
# — gauge
RIMA — Reversible Inhibitor of Monoamine Oxidase Type a
UCRP — University of California Retirement Plan
XE — Xenon
RR — Recovery Room
FRSH — Fellow Royal Society of Health
HPV — Human Papilloma Virus
HAVS — Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome
A-T — ataxia-telangiectasia
CYS — Cysteine
ABC — Abacavir
GHRH — Growth Hormone-Releasing Hormone
KO — Keep Open
IVUS — Intravascular Ultrasound
RVF — Right Ventricular Failure
EFM — electronic fetal monitoring, cardiotocography
BSAP — Bone-Specific Alkaline Phosphatase
LVN — Licensed Vocational Nurse
E — Glutamic acid
VAS — visual analog scales
STS — Serological Test for Syphilis
PD — Postural Drainage
PROMO — Promotional material
GBS — Guillain–Barré syndrome
KUB — Kidney Ureters Bladder
= — Equals" or "Complete Transformation
PACG — Primary Angle Closure Glaucoma
PSH — Past medical history
TBT — Tracheal bronchial toilet
HBIG — Hepatitis B Immune Globulin
TRALI — transfusion-related acute lung injury
KUB — Kidney, Urether and Bladder
LTG — Low Tension Glaucoma
IPMN — Intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasm
X/52 — x number of weeks
PIE — Period of Initial Eligibility
VP — Ventricular Peritoneal
GGS — Gastrografin swallow
MOM — multiples of the median
SCFE — Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis
INF(-α/-β/-γ) — interferons -α/-β/-γ
MSAFP — Maternal Serum Alpha-Fetoprotein
GB — Gallbladder
HEP — hepatitis
CKMB — creatinine kinase myocardial band

HIS — Histidine
ANC — absolute neutrophils count
FES04 — iron sulfate
PPH — Procedure for Prolapse and Hemorrhoids
MFCPU — multifocal choroiditis with panuveitis
SEC — seconds
VOS — Vision Left Eye
CX — Cervix
MGN — Membranous Glomerulonephritis
ACCU — Acute Coronary Care Unit
PNS — Peripheral Nervous Systems
LBO — Large Bowel Obstruction
PMP — Pseudomyxoma Peritonei
G6PD — Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase
IGD — Immunoglobulin D
FC — foley catheter
CT SCAN — computer-assisted tomography
SPF — Sun Protection Factor (how sunscreen lotion is rated)
L/S RATIO — lecithin to sphingomyelin ratio
MCAD — Medium-Chain Acyl-CoA Dehydrogenase
ICT — Inflammation of Connective Tissue
EXC — Excision
UNEX — University Extension
TGF — Tumor Growth Factor
SQL-DSE — Structured Query Language for Departmental Support Environment
NSTEMI — non ST Segment Myocardial Infarction
HADS — Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale
RUE — Right Upper Extremity
CPC — Clinical Pathological Conference
GLN — Glutamine
FFP — fresh frozen plasma
MS — Morphine Sulphate
IND — Industry
KOH — potassium hydroxide
GTD — Gestational Trophoblastic Disease
PAP — Papanicolaou test (pap smear)
EENT — eyes ears nose and throat
JVD — Jugular Venous Distension
FERPA — Federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
B.I.D — twice a day
PBF — Peripheral Blood Film
CTAP — CT during arterial portography
CLARE — Contact lens acute red eye
HOOF — Home Oxygen Order Forms
AIHD — artificial insemination by pooled husband and donor semen
ABE — Acute Bacterial Endocarditis
FD — Fatal Dose
RT — Respiratory Technician
MCTD — Mixed Connective Tissue Disease
HT — Hypertension

WPW — Wolff–Parkinson–White syndrome
NWB — non-weight bearing
ODC — Ornithine Decarboxylase
IMB — intermenstrual bleed
P.C. — after meals
NST — Non-Stress Test
CSII — Continuous Subcutaneous Insulin Infusion
MRCP — Magnetic Resonance Cholangiopancreatography
AIO — Ambulance Incident Officer
NNBT — Nelson Baker tube
FRCGP — Fellow Royal College of General Practitioners
EXT — Extremities
BM — Bone Marrow
IIPP — Injury & Illness Prevention Program
FDIU — Fetal Demise in Utero
ELECT — Electric
CMV — controlled mechanical ventilation
EXP LAP — exploratory laparotomy
ANTR — asymmetrical tonic neck reflex
TYR — Tyrosine (Amino Acid)
ESWL — Extracorporeal Shockwave Lithotripsy
SER — Serine
HAV — Hepatitis A Virus
LGIB — lower gastrointestinal tract bleeding
5-HT — 5-hydroxytryptamine, that is, serotonin
BTP — Breakthrough Pain
OAB — Overactive Bladder Syndrome
GM — Gram
PLIF — Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion
HBF — fetal hemoglobin
MAR — Marine
NV — near vision
MUPS — Medically Unexplained Physical Symptoms (healthcare; aka Medically Unexplained Symptoms)
CADASIL — Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy
LVPO — Low Value Purchase Order
ASIA — American Spinal Injury Association
PDR — Physician’s Desk Reference
ICD — Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator
SR — Superior Rectus (eye muscle)
O.U. — both eyes
AHF — Antihemophilic Factor
NOCT — night
ECE — Electrical & Computer Engineering
CAP — Capsule
PATHO — Pathology
SFA — Superficial Femoral Artery
PX — Pneumothorax
VPAP — Variable Positive Airway Pressure
A&P — assessment and plans
BL TY — blood type

TME — Total Mesorectal Excision
K — cornea
RCT — randomized controlled trial
LIJ — Left Internal Jugular
PACU — Post Anesthesia Care Unit
BCPS — Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist
COLL — COLLege
PRO — Professional
TNTC — Too Numerous To Mention
BLS — Basic life support
RLL — right lower lobe (lung)
DPM — Diploma in Psychological Medicine
HFRS — Hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome
DXR — Digital X-Ray Radiogrammetry
P — Post
CVID — Common Variable Immunodeficiency Disorders
NEO — New Employee Orientation
A&P — anterior posterior
DIPERTE — diphtheria-pertussis-tetanus
CABA — Complaints Of
PND — Postnasal Drip
HHO2 — high humidity oxygen
BD — bis di twice daily
F — Female
DIC — disseminated intravascular clotting syndrome
AAF — African American Female
HFO — High Frequency Oscillator
EDV — End-Diastolic Volume
PML — Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy
SBRT — Stereostatic Body Radiation Therapy
ULN — upper limit of normal
PROG — Prognosis
HGV — Hepatitis G Virus
TBI — total body irradiation
MIO — Medical Incident Officer
T&H — type and hold
TEM — Transmission Electron Microscope
SERT — Serotonin Transporter Protein
VRE — vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus faecium
PR — by rectum
LTK — Laser Thermal Keratoplasty
CERT — Center for Environmental Research and Training
VIS — Visual
PHQ — Patient Health Questionnaire
NCP — Nursing Care Plan
V — Vent
CCP — Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide
HIDA — Hepatobiliary Imino-Diacetic Acid
BS — breath sound
WM — White Male

PNV — prenatal vitamin
NATHNAC — National Travel Health Network and Centre
CAT — Computed Axial Tomography
ASO — antistreptolysin o
DMT — Dimethyltryptamine
OHC — Occupational Health Center
HACEK — acronym for a group of bacteria that are a frequent cause of endocarditis in children
PTD — Permanent Total Disability
ITP — idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
BDI — Beck Depression Inventory
PPT — Precipitate
PPI — Proton Pump Inhibitor
BPPV — benign paroxysmal positional vertigo
CABP — coronary artery bypass procedure
ASSN — Association
RMR — right medial rectus
TP — Tuberculin Precipitation
HFMD — Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease
MET — Methionine
TGA — transposition of the great arteries
BRAT — The BRAT diet: bananas, rice, applesauce, (dry) toast
SURG — Surgeon
TRANSLTR — Translator Supercomputer
HVA — homovanillic acid
PLCMT — Placement
ABD — abduction
PPD — Packs Per Day
LOD — Laparoscopic Ovarian Drilling
EPEC — Enteropathogenic Escherichia Coli
HRT — Hormone Replacement Therapy (man-made drugs used to ease the symptoms of menopause)
MIRECC — Mental Illness Research, Education, and Clinical Center
DCR — Dacryocystorhinostomy
UIPD — University of Illinois Police Department
CYTOTECH — Cytotechnology
LM — left main coronary artery
CSE — Computer Science & Engineering
WKR — WORKER
AHT — antihyaluronic acid test
ID — Intradermal
CES — Cauda Equina Syndrome
H&H — Hemoglobin and Hematocrit
PTC — Pseudotumor Cerebri
SAED — SemiAutomatic External Defibrillator
NVDC — nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation
O — objective
NK CELLS — natural killer cells
INS — Insurance
WWI — Walking While Intoxicated (and Fell Over)
AIIRB — angiotensin II receptor antagonist
CLN NUTRIT — Clinical Nutrition

VUR — Vesicoureteral Reflux
UCRS — University of California Retirement System
TAH-BSO — total abdominal hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy
VIT — Vitreous
LAR — Legally Acceptable Representative
FRCS — Fellow Royal College of Surgeons
N/S — normal saline
MTCT — mother-to-child transmission
HIB — Haemophilus Influenzae Type B
BILAT EQ — bilaterally equal
RAD — Right Axis Deviation
ASOT — antistreptolysin-O titre
LUTS — lower urinary tract symptoms
PPV — Positive Pressure Ventilation
ON — every night
LTG — Long Term Goal
HAI — Hepatic Arterial Infusion
XRT — external radiation therapy
GERI — Geriatrics
MAOIS — Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors
ORSA — Oxacillin-resistant Staphylococcus Aureus - Operations Research Society Of America
SPECT — Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography Technique
NNICU — Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
OSTEO — Osteomyelitis
SOL — Solutions in Organisations Linkup
POP — Plaster of Paris
STS — Shipboard Technical Support
SFA — Serum Folic Acid
PNB — Pulseless Not Breathing
WK — Weak
CFR — Case Fatality Rate
ISH — Isolated Systolic Hypertension
BNF — British National Formulary
IBS — Irritable Bowel Syndrome
CONC — concentrate
FHT — fetal heart tone
TV — Tidal Volume
CCR — California Code of Regulations
T — Threonine (amino acid)
CALIT2 — California Institute for Telecommunications and Information Technology
NED — no evidence of disease
VRSA — Vancomycin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus
FPM — Family and Preventive Medicine
RT — Respiratory Therapy
FPB — Flexor Pollicis Brevis
ESV — End-Systolic Volume
AGRC — Academic Geriatric Resource Center
SI — Sector Iridectomy
PDD — Pervasive Development Disorder
ACMS — Academic Computing and Media Services

BRAO — Branch Retinal Artery Occlusion
LT — Left
DVT — Deep Venous Thrombosis
FMRP — fragile X mental retardation protein
PSI — Pneumonia Severity Index
MUP — melanoma of unknown primary source
BBB L — left bundle branch block
PDE — Phosphodiesterase
BRATY — another version of the BRAT diet: bananas, rice, applesauce, (dry) toast, yogurt
AIR — Anterior Interval Release
ICSI — Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection
PTHRP — Parathyroid Hormone-Related Protein
AQ — Autism Quotient
NSTEMI — non-ST segment elevation myocardial infarction
LS — Lumbosacral
AUR — Acute Urinary Retention
D/L — dislocation
BMC — Bone Mineral Content
MVC — Motor Vehicle Crash
ZOOL — Zoology
PPM — Policy & Procedure Manual
LES — Lupus Erythematosus Systemicus
FF — filtration fraction
ATB — According to antibiotic
OB — obstetrics
MMEFR — Maximal Mid-Expiratory Flow Rate
EXAM — Examination
EPITH — epithelial
ZIFT — Zygote Intrafallopian Transfer
TTO — Technology Transfer Office
FRCR — Fellow, Royal College of Radiologists
SPR — Specialist registrar (UK)
SLUD — Salivation, Lacrimation, Urination, Defecation
DOZ — Dozen
VZV — Varicella-Zoster Virus
TRH — thyrotropin-releasing hormone
BCG — Bacille Calmette-Guerine
PER VAG — per vagina
OM — omni mane (every morning)
ECON — Economics
CDFG — California Department of Fish and Game's
DIS — Disease Intervention Specialist
GEST — gestation
ARR — Absolute Risk Reduction