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DEX — (DXT) Blood Sugar
A&OX4 — alert and oriented, times 4
FTNVD — full term normal vaginal delivery
AAS — Atomic Absorbance Spectrophotometry
H/H OR H&H — hemoglobin and hematocrit
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
A FIB — atrial fibrillation
ELLSCS — elective lower segment caesarean section
SMA-6 — six-channel serum multiple analysis
AAT — Activity As Tolerated
HIV — Human Immunodeficiency Virus I
COPD — Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
EMLSCS — emergency lower segment Caesarean section
X-MATCH — crossmatch
PRN — ''pro re nata'' (Latin, "for the emergency", "as needed")
AF — Atrial Fibrillation
ADLS — Activities of Daily Living Scale
CABG — Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
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
TIB-FIB — tibia and fibula
ESM — Ejection Systolic Murmur
D BIL — direct bilirubin
N&V — Nausea & Vomiting
FMLA — Family Medical Leave Act
R/G/M — rubs/gallops/murmurs
ECG — Electrocardiogram
ADHD — Attention Deficiti Hyperactivity Disorder
A1C — glycosylated hemoglobin
U&E — urea and electrolytes (blood test)
C-SSRS — Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale
AMB — Ambulate
ASC-H — atypical squamous cells – cannot exclude HSIL
CT — Computed Tomography
ESRD — End Stage Renal Disease (US Federal Program)
G-B SYN — Guillain-Barre syndrome
CVA — Cerebrovascular Accident

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

H202 — hydrogen peroxide
KIV — Keep In View
IOP — intra-orifice pressure
DSW — 5% Dextrose in water
ADMTG — Admitting
X-AFP — extended alpha-fetoprotein
C-SPINE — Spine, Cervical
K CAL — kilocalorie
AFO — Ankle-Foot Orthosis
C-SECTION — cesarean section
X/40 — x number of weeks of pregnancy
CBI — Continuous Bladder Irrigation
NISS — New Injury Severity Score
RAADP — Routine Antenatal Anti-D Prophylaxis
BRBPR — Bright Red Blood Per Rectum
FEV — Forced Expiratory Volume (measure Of Lung Function)
PRA — Panel Reactive Antibody (blood testing)
ASPECTS — Alberta Stroke Program Early CT Score
ADH — Antidiuretic Hormone
B II — Billroth II gastrectomy
HCO3 — Bicarbonate
AIDS — Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (see also SIDS and HIV)
ASAP — As Soon As Possible (pronounced AY-sap)
EOMI — Extraocular Movements Intact
LD50 — Lethal Dose 50 (median concentration of a toxicant that will kill 50% of the test animals within a designated period)
LABBB — Left Anterior Bundle Branch Block
Σ — sigmoidoscopy
UAO — Upper Airway Obstruction
DCP-CAS — Defined Contribution Plan Casual
SMA-7 — serum metabolic assay
RR — blood pressure measured with a specific sphygmomanometer
IVRS/IWRS — Interactive Voice Response System / Interactive Web Response System
OC&P — ova, cysts and parasites
TBC — Total Body Crunch: Multiple Injuries
RATVH — Radical Total Vaginal Hysterectomy
ASD — Atrial Septal Defect
H/OPI — history of the present illness
C1-INH — C1-inhibitor antigenic protein
S-NVH — symptomatic non-visible haematuria
RAD HYS — radical hysterectomy
L/S SCAN — liver-spleen scan
HB% — hemoglobin concentration in gram per deciliter
A.H. — every other hour
SSN — Social Security Number
UCSDMC — University of California, San Diego Medical Center
HA5 — 5% homatropine
TUIP — Transurethral incision of the prostate
WBAT — Weight Bearing As Tolerated
GPL — George Palade Laboratories
Q.WK. — weekly

PREME — premature infant
ASCVD — Arteriosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease
L-DOPA — levo-dihydroxyphenylalanine
FISH — Fluorescence In Situ Hybridization
TCDB — Turn, Cough, Deep Breathe
D5/5 — 5% Dextrose in water
DICVP — Diplomat, International College of Veterinary Pharmacy
D LOCKER — Diving Locker
T-AX — temperature, axillary
Q.O.H. — every other hour
ALL — Adult Lymphoblastic Leukemia
HLD — Hyperlipidemia
CO2 — Carbon Dioxide
BPM — Beats Per Minute
IV — Intravenous
EQVR — Electronic Quality Variance Report
AS — Aortic Stenosis
LMP — Last Menstrual Period
CSSD — Central Sterile Supply Department
PLOV — painless, progressive loss of vision
VC-BA — Vice Chancellor-Business Affairs
BAER — Brainstem Auditory Evoked Response
≠ — not equal
I131 — iodine-131
LAP APPY — laparoscopic appendectomy
Q.N. — every night
VC-UG AF — Vice Chancellor-Undergraduate Affairs
FIO2 — Fraction of Inspired Oxygen
EVD — External Ventricular Drain
NAAT — Nucleic Acid Amplification Test
Q.AM — every day before noon
CRRT — Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
SAA&HR — Student Affirmative Action & Human Relations
DDST — Denver Developmental Screening Test
VC-ER — Vice Chancellor-External Relations
B/L — Bilateral
REEDA — Redness, Edema, Ecchymosis, Drainage, Approximation
RAST — Radioallergosorbent Test (immunoassay)
WHO — World Health Organization
ESBL — extended spectrum beta-lactamase
ROSC — Return of Spontaneous Circulation
VC-RSP — Vice Chancellor-Resource Strategy and Planning
V&P — vagotomy and pyloroplasty
RFQ — Request For Quotation
UTI — Urinary Tract Infection
BPRS — Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale
QC — Quality Control
I125 — the 125 molecular
W/O — Without
HANDL — headache and neurological deficits CSF lymphocytosis

MEDLINE — Medical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System Online
FOOSH — Fall On Outstretched Hand
WRD — word
N/TPCT — North Torrey Pines Court
NAD — No Acute Distress
LCD — Liquid Crystal Display
F→N — finger-to-nose test
SOBOE — Shortness of Breath on Exertion
RVOT — Right Ventricular Outflow Tract
HA — Hypertonia arterialis
IABAD — intra-aortic balloon assist device
MAIL SVCS — Mail Services
KVO — Keep Vein Open
IPH — Intraparenchymal Hemorrhage
— — negative
FTND — Full Term Normal Delivery
LMCA — Left Main Coronary Artery
FACIL D&C — Facilities Design & Construction
PPE — Personal Protective Equipment
I123 — the 123 molecular
AFE — Amniotic Fluid Embolism
AD — Right Ear
VC-RM&P — Vice Chancellor-Resource Management & Planning
GSM — Global System for Mobile Communications
EAP — Employee Assistance Program
HASHD — Hypertensive Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease
TX — Treatment (medical)
APTT — activated partial thromboplastin
JVD — Jugular Venous Distention
CJD — Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease
ME — Medical Examiner
FTSG — Full Thickness Skin Graft
FEN — Fluids, Electrolytes, Nutrition
PPM — parts per million
STAT — Immediately (from Latin statim)
MB BCH — Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
PEEP — positive end expiratory pressure
TET TOX — tetanus toxoid
DNR — Do Not Resuscitate
HOTN — Hypotension
FTE — Full Time Equivalent
AFB — Aflatoxin B
LBBB — Left Bundle Branch Block
CMT — Cervical Motion Tenderness
KELS — Kohlman Evaluation of Living Skills
Q4H — Every 4 Hours
ABCD — asymmetry, borders, color, diameter
CVP — Central Venous Pressure
LUS — Lower Uterine Segment
AKA — Also Know As

PA — Physician Assistant
CGI — Clinical Global Impression
ā — (a with a bar over it) before
WDL — Within Defined Limits
AER — auditory-evoked response
MG — Magnesium
GASTROE — Gastroenterology
CVAT — Costovertebral Angle Tenderness
NKA — No Known Allergies
S/P — Status Post
ASA — Acetylsalicylic Acid
FHR — Fetal Heart Rate
CV — Curriculum Vitae
RBC — Red Blood Cell
LSIL — Low-grade Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion
ASX — Asymptomatic
TKA — Total Knee Arthroplasty
SAPS III — simplified acute physiology score
ECHO — Echocardiogram
ANP — Atrial Natriuretic Peptide
MGSO4 — magnesium sulfate
RFP — Request For Proposal
IVF — in vitro fertilization;
BTL — Bilateral Tubal Ligation
PJRT — Permanent Junctional Reentrant Tachycardia
GI — Gastrointestinal
GALT — Gut-Associated Lymphoid Tissue
CSF — Cerebrospinal Fluid
PTA — Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty
AML — Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
IM — Intramuscular
SVD — Spontaneous Vaginal Delivery
SBFT — Small Bowel Follow Through
CGA — Contact Guard Assist
IT — Intrathecal
CBC — Complete Blood Count
LDH — Lactate dehydrogenase
RA — Rheumatoid Arthritis
PDF — Portable Document Format (created by Adobe Acrobat)
AHA — Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia
BMI — Body Mass Index
RBBB — Right Bundle Branch Block
LAHB — Left Anterior Hemiblock
CO — Carbon Monoxide
NKDA — No Known Durg Allergies
ARF — Acute Renal Failure
APMPPE — Acute Posterior Multifocal Placoid Pigment Epitheliopathy
OPV — Oral Polio Vaccine
MRI — Magnetic Resonance Imaging
CNS — Central Nervous System

INT — Internal
NKHHC — NonKetonic Hyperglycemic-Hyperosmolar Coma
GU — Genitourinary
CPAP — Continuous Positive Airway Pressure
CPD — Cephalopelvic Disproportion
HNP — Herniated Nucleus Pulposus
ORIF — Open Reduction Internal Fixation
LC50 — Lethal Concentration 50
Y — Tyrosine
PROM — Premature Rupture of Membranes
UVJ — Ureterovesical Junction
HFPSF — heart failure with preserved systolic function
PERRLAC — Pupils Equal, Round, Reactive to Light and Accommodation Consensually
DRG — Diagnosis Related Group
NGTD — Negative to Date
IRA — Individual Retirement Account
FWB — Full Weight Bearing
SIDS — Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
HGB — Hemoglobin
BX — Biopsy
DCCV — Direct Current Cardioversion
MMPI — Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory
SALT — Skin-Associated Lymphoid Tissue
DREZ — Dorsal Root Entry Zone
DOA — dead on arrival
MDS — Myelodysplastic Syndrome
AM — Ante Meridian
SS — Social Services
CIN — Conjunctival Intraepithelial Neoplasia
TB — Tuberculosis
CAD — Coronary Artery Disease
AP — Accounts Payable
RSI — Repetitive Strain Injury
HACCP — Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point
TIBC — Total Iron Binding Capacity
LVSWI — Left Ventricular Stroke Work Index
A — Alanine
MCV — Mean Corpuscular Volume
SSE — Soap Suds Enema
OTC — Over The Counter (medications not requiring a prescription)
AMP — Ampere
PSVT — Paroxysmal Supra-Ventricular Tachycardia
HGSIL — High-grade Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion
LOL — Little Old Lady
GR — Grain
Q — Quaque (Latin: each, every; used in medical prescriptions)
DBP — Diastolic Blood Pressure
LTCS — Low Transverse Cesarean Section
ER — Emergency Room
BALT — Bronchus-Associated Lymphoid Tissue

BRP — Bathroom Privileges
ADCC — Antibody-Dependent Cell-Mediated Cytotoxicity
NBT — Nitroblue tetrazolium (assay)
PMH — Past Medical History
ADM — Admission
OD — Overdraft
PMI — Point of Maximum Impulse
ITIN — Individual Taxpayer Identification Number
D — Day
ADL — activity of daily living
NPH — Neutral Protamine Hagedorn (Insulin)
BNP — Brain Natriuretic Peptide
CMML — Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
ASHD — Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease
CKD — Chronic Kidney Disease
REG — Regular
MC&S — microscopy, culture, and sensitivity
PT — Physical Therapy
IRB/IEC — Institutional Review Board / Independent Ethics Committee
ATN — Acute Tubular Necrosis
AAA — abdominal aortic aneurysm
ECC — Endocervical Curettage
LVH — Left Ventricular Hypertrophy
PCR — Polymerase Chain Reaction
CST — Contraction Stress Test
MMEDSCI — Master of Medical Science
ICU — Intensive Care Unit
DX — Diagnosis
ACLS — Advanced Cardiac Life Support
PVD — Peripheral Vascular Disease
ADR — Adverse Drug Reaction
DI — Diabetes Insipidus
TKVO — To Keep Vein Open
HCG — Human Chorionic Gonadotropin
BIBA — Brought In By Ambulance
FX — Fracture
DJD — Degenerative Joint Disease
HMO — Health Maintenance Organization
CR — Creatinine
C/W — Consistent With
LGL — Lown-Ganong-Levine Syndrome
BD — twice a day
SBO — Small Bowel Obstruction
H — Hour
DLCO — diffusing capacity of the lung for carbon monoxide
AVNRT — Atrioventricular Nodal Reentry Tachycardia
LFT — Liver Function Test
QS — Quantity Sufficient
TPA — Third Party Administrator
NICU — Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

NABS — Normoactive Bowel Sounds
IUP — Intrauterine Pregnancy
ANTI-U1-RNP — anti-U1-ribonucleoprotein
AB — Asthmatic Bronchitis
MN — Midnight
DMARD — disease-modifying antirheumatic drug
HD — High Density
BP — Blood Pressure
NP — Nurse Practitioner
AMA — Against Medical Advice
NJT — Nasojejunal Tube
SD — Standard Deviation
DKA — Diabetic Ketoacidosis
GITS — Gastrointestinal therapeutic system
RVSP — Right Ventricular Systolic Pressure
CA — Calcium
OHSP — Occupational Health and Safety Program
STSG — Split Thickness Skin Graft
LGSIL — Low-Grade Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion
POA — Power Of Attorney
DIP — Distal Interphalangeal Predominant
CCU — Coronary Care Unit
SYS — System
DHTR — Delayed Hemolytic Transfusion Reaction
CHE — Cholinesterase
OSA — Obstructive Sleep Apnea
BUN — Blood Urea Nitrogen
BBT — Basal Body Temperature
SIRS — Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome
CC — Chief Complaint
BOOP — Bronchiolitis Obliterans Organizing Pneumonia
ETOH — Ethanol
ADA — Americans With Disabilities Act Of 1990 (Text Of ADA Legislation)
OPD — Outpatient Department
BSE — Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy
ACS — American Cancer Society
ARDS — Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
ECF — Extracellular Fluid
TNTC — Too Numerous To Count
NPC — Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma
POST — Posterior
SVR — Systemic Vascular Resistance
ROM — Range Of Motion
ADA — Adenosine Deaminase
COX-3 — cyclooxygenase 3
HOCM — Hypertrophic Obstructive Cardiomyopathy
VAG — Vaginal
QS — every shift
IVDU — Intravenous Drug Use
OT — Occupational Therapy

NSS — Normal Saline Solution
AF — Amniotic Fluid
ANA — Antinuclear Antibody
GH — Growth Hormone
APGAR — appearance, pulse, grimace, activity, respiration – used to assess newborns
CTS — Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
CRO — Contract Research Organization
IVPB — intravenous piggyback
KG — Kilogram
APPT — Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time
UGI — Upper Gastrointestinal
DCF — Data Clarification Form
RTA — Renal Tubular Acidosis
RDS — Respiratory Distress Syndrome
HPF — High-Power Field
SX — Surgery
DDX — Differential Diagnosis
INST — Institute
CDI — Clostridium Difficile Infection
ED — Emergency Department
GSW — GunShot Wound
TPA — Tissue Plasminogen Activator
PWB — Partial Weight Bearing
MED — Medical
ADLS — Activities of Daily Living Speech
SUV — Standardized Uptake Value
IVII — IV insulin infusion
RIF — Right Iliac Fossa Pain
EMD — Electromechanical Dissociation
DPL — Diagnostic Peritoneal Lavage
CO — Cardiac Output
DME — Durable Medical Equipment
IVP — Intravenous Pyelogram
ESR — Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate
PVR — Pulmonary Vascular Resistance
SMA — Superior Mesenteric Artery
AEC — Atomic Energy Commission (superseded by ERDA)
INH — Isoniazid
VATS — Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery
TIA — Transient Ischemic Attack
RRR — Regular Rate and Rhythm
TCA — Tricyclic Antidepressant
VIP — Vasoactive Intestinal Polypeptide
ASCAD — Arteriosclerotic Coronary Artery Disease
EMG — Electromyogram
DOD — United States Department of Defense
PCWP — Pulmonary Capillary Wedge Pressure
LAB — Laboratory
CAG — Coronary Angiography
PPROM — Preterm Premature Rupture of Membranes

HOLEP — Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate
NIPPV — Nasal Intermittent Positive Pressure Ventilation
RPM — Revolutions Per Minute, (Rotations Per Minute)
APB — Abductor Pollicis Brevis
PCV — Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine
CBD — Common Bile Duct
NM — Nanometer
AF — afebrile
SSRI — Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor
OINT — ointment
BMR — Basal Metabolic Rate
GGT — Gamma Glutamyl Transferase
TNF — Tumor Necrosis Factor
VIN — Vulvar Intraepithelial Neoplasia
VSD — Ventricular Septal Defect
APACHE II — Acute Physiology and Chronic Health Evaluation II
ABR — Auditory Brainstem Response
AICD — Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator
APSGN — Acute Poststreptococcal Glomerulonephritis
SBP — Systolic Blood Pressure
IRDS — Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome
BWX — bite-wing x-ray
LVOT — Left Ventricular Outflow Tract
ABP — Arterial Blood Pressure
PEA — Pulseless Electrical Activity
NSF — National Sanitation Foundation
RFI — Request For Information. Sales department shorthand. Special priority when use in conjunction with RFN (see below).
GPA — Grade Point Average
DNA — Deoxyribose Nucleic Acid
SIADH — Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone
IVC — Inferior Vena Cava
ML — milliliter; 1/1000 liter
UC — Ulcerative Colitis
EPL — Extensor Pollicis Longus
MAT — Microscopic Agglutination Test
RM — Room
ALK PHOS — Alkaline Phosphatase
ASCUS — atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance
OU — Oculus Uterque (Both Eyes Together)
TPN — Total Parenteral Nutrition
SGT — Sergeant
NO — Nitric Oxide
IHD — Ischemic Heart Disease
NB — Newborn
VPN — Virtual Private Network (ATM)
QA — Center for Quality Assurance in International Education
STH — Somatotropic Hormone
SAST — Serum Aspartate Aminotransferase
XRT — Radiotherapy
FA — Fatty Acid

GOAT — Galveston Orientation and Amnesia Test
FJ — Financial Journal
CPE — Clostridium Perfringens Enterotoxin
AED — Automated external defibrillator
MAE — Moves All Extremities
LAH — Left Anterior Hemiblock
AGA — appropriate for gestational age
CASPO — Climate, Atmospheric Science and Physical Oceanography
BMA — British Medical Association
INFO — Information
IRIS — Immune Reconstitution Inflammatory Syndrome
CRF — Case Report Form
GARS — Gait Abnormality Rating Scale
ACH — Acetylcholine
ACT-D — actinomycin-D
FMRI — Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging
BLDG — Building
MVP — Mitral Valve Prolapse
EXEC — Executive
HAZMAT — Hazardous Material
TBS — Tablespoon
ASGUS — atypical squamous glandular cells of undetermined significance
OR — Operating Room
HCL — Hydrochloric Acid
LAP — Left Atrial Pressure
MVO2 — Myocardial Oxygen Consumption
WCC — White Cell Count
POTS — Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome
MPV — Mean Platelet Volume
QUAL — Quality
CGD — Chronic Granulomatous Disease
TLC — Total Lung Capacity
FDA — Food Drug Administration
RIND — Reversible Ischemic Neurologic Deficit
DL — Deciliter
EDC — Estimated Date of Confinement
BS — Blood Sugar
CHD — Coronary Heart Disease
L&D — Labor and Delivery
PMA — Progressive Muscular Atrophy
NCV — Nerve Conduction Velocity
IGT — Impaired Glucose Tolerance
IRB — Institutional Review Board
DGO — Diploma in Gynaecology & Obstetrics
SVT — Supraventricular Tachycardia
DA — Dopamine
NACL — Sodium Chloride
ALP — Alkaline Phosphatase
RIH — Right Inguinal Hernia
RCA — Root Cause Analysis

CBG — Corticosteroid Binding Globulin
SVI — Stroke Volume Index
BPD — Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia
IPD — Intermittent Peritoneal Dialysis
TV — Television
BUC — buccal
RUQ — Right Upper Quadrant
QT — Quart
FOBT — Fecal Occult Blood Test
RHD — Rheumatic Heart Disease
ECM — Extracellular Matrix
TRP — Tryptophan
BMD — Bone Mineral Density
IFG — Impaired Fasting Glycaemia
DUB — Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding
AFP — Alpha Fetoprotein
DIV — Division
CMV — Cytomegalovirus
CBG — Capillary Blood Gas
HCT — Hematocrit
AG — Antigen
SCI — Science
EDAMS — Encephalo-Duro-Arterio-Myo-Synangiosis
CVD — Cardiovascular Disease
DI-DI — dichromatic diamnionic twins
HI — Homicidal Ideation
TAH — Total Abdominal Hysterectomy
EBV — Epstein-Barr virus
PIO — Public Information Office
EOD — Every Other Day
ISS — Injury Severity Score
HSA — Health Savings Account
MAHA — Microangiopathic Hemolytic Anemia
P — Pressure
PDC — Professional Development Center
EF — Ejection Fraction
R — Right
HBD — Has Been Drinking
PVA — Polyvinyl Alcohol
AODM — Adult-Onset Diabetes Mellitus
L — Liter
BPAD — Bipolar Affective Disorder
RN — Registered Nurse
SLP — Speech Language Pathologist
CAP — Community Acquired Pneumonia
LAT — Lateral
PSA — Prostate-Specific Antigen
HHD — Hypertensive Heart Disease
COA — Chart Of Accounts
ABG — Arterial Blood Gas "Sats"

ALT — Alanine Aminotransferase
UR — Utilization Review
BPD — Biparietal Diameter
UDS — Urine Drug Screen
2.0 MG — 2 mg
COTA — Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
SDH — Subdural Hematoma
R/O — Rule Out
SUBCUT — Subcutaneous
PVC — Premature Ventricular Contraction
VSS — Vital Signs Stable
SUPP — suppository
AVR — Aortic Valve Replacement
SQL — Structured Query Language
AAD — Antibiotic-Associated Diarrhea
GP — General Practitioner
AST — Aspartate Aminotransferase
IPM — Integrated Pest Management
NSAID — Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
NA — Not Applicable
DSG — Dressing
SOS — if needed
SPRM — Selective Progesterone Receptor Modulator
DOE — United States Department of Energy (government)
CDC — Center for Disease Control and Prevention
HBEAG — hepatitis B e antigen
PAC — Premature Atrial Contraction
OSH — Outside Hospital
CBS — Capillary Blood Sugar
T&A — Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
REP — Representative
SPEC — Special
GCS — Glasgow Coma Scale
AAFB — acid-alcohol fast bacilli
LAR — Low Anterior Resection
CCB — Calcium Channel Blocker
FNHTR — Febrile Non-Hemolytic Transfusion Reaction
CHEM — Chemistry
GAD — Generalized Anxiety Disorder
CR — Chromium
INR — International Normalization Ratio
SDTI — Suspected Deep Tissue Injury
CTR — Cardiothoracic ratio
HZ — cycles per second (hertz)
ERCP — Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangio Pancreatography
OZ — Ounce
CHG — Change
TLS — Transport Layer Security
ACR — albumin:creatinine ratio
CONT — Continue

MAOI — Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor
AMA — American Medical Association
MIC — Minimum Inhibitory Concentration
NMR — Nuclear Magnetic Resonance
FDP — Federal Demonstration Partnership
TBC — Tuberculosis
CAPD — Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis
MALT — Mucosa-Associated Lymphoid Tissue
PCI — Percutaneous Coronary Intervention
BSL — Biosafety Level
A&P — Auscultation and Percussion
SCR — Serum Creatinine
LOC — Loss of Consciousness
NADP — Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide Phosphate
FVC — Forced Vital Capacity
A — Artery
LAP — Leukocyte Alkaline Phosphatase
ERT — Estrogen Replacement Therapy
RVH — Right Ventricular Hypertrophy
LOS — Length of Stay
D&C — Dilatation and Curettage
CML — Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
OS — Oculus Sinister
EACA — Epsilon-aminocaproic acid
MISC — Miscellaneous
BSA — Body Surface Area
CRF — Chronic Renal Failure
AAPMC — antibiotic-associated pseudomembranous colitis
.1 MCG — 0.1 mcg
AMT — Amount
DEL — Delivery
EMT — Extraordinary Masochistic Tendencies (joke At Expense Of Emergency Medical Technicians)
GXT — graded exercise test
HPI — History of Present Illness
D/C — Discontinue
DRT — Dead Right There. (ODSA) Doctors and nurses shorthand acronym for a patient found dead at the scene.
CRT — Capillary Refill Time
HVPG — Hepatic Venous Pressure Gradient
CRCL — Creatinine Clearance
AHTR — Acute Hemolytic Transfusion Reaction
LIF — Left Iliac Fossa
MSO4 — morphine sulfate
DEPT — Department
MOL — Mole
O — [ō—letter o with overbar]
MSLT — Multiple Sleep Latency Test
PEFR — Peak Expiratory Flow Rate (lung Function)
TLA — Three Letter Abbreviation
PTH — Parathyroid Hormone
D5W — 5% dextrose/water

CDCR — Conjunctivodacryocystorhinostomy
LVEDP — CO)-left ventricular end diastolic pressure
IRIDA — inherited iron-refractory iron deficiency anemia
FOB — Fecal Occult Blood
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
RTW — Return To Work
URTI — Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
MICU — Medical Intensive Care Unit
HR — HUMAN RESOURCES
AVF — Arteriovenous Fistula
SBE — Subacute Bacterial Endocarditis
WT — Weight
WMA — World Medical Association
IDMC/DSMB — Independent Data Monitoring Committee / Data and Safety Monitoring Board
KCL — Potassium Chloride
LVEF — Left Ventricular Ejection Fraction
AMP — Adenosine Monophosphate
W — White
ABI — Acquired Brain Injury
CH — Chronic Hepatitis
DEXA — Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry
PE — Pulmonary Embolism
OMB — Office of Management and Budget (U.S.)
RPE — Retinal Pigment Epithelium
NL — Normal
FVD — Fluid Volume Deficit
AHA — American Hospital Association
CTO — Chronic Total Occlusion
EEG — Electro-EncephaloGram
OP — Office of the President
M — Male
EBL — Estimated Blood Loss
AFB — ACID FAST BACILLI
BCX — Blood Culture
SGPT — Serum Glutamic Pyruvic Transaminase
OHD — Organic Heart Disease
ASN — Asparagine
TCC — Transitional Cell Carcinoma
SVC — Service
HSKPG — Housekeeping
PO — By Mouth
PTBC — patellar tendon bearing cast
P — Pulse
RCA — Right Coronary Artery
RX — Treatment
SXA — Single Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry
EFW — Estimated Fetal Weight
NRBC — Nucleated Red Blood Cell
NCAA — National Collegiate Athletic Association
TSP — Teaspoon

MR — Mental Retardation
CDMA — Code Division Multiple Access (voice/data transmission)
ATC — Around The Clock
FEF25–75 — forced expiratory flow at 25–75% of forced vital capacity
FBC — Full Blood Count
MMK — Marshall–Marchetti–Kranz procedure
BNO — Bowel Not Open
QT — cardiac output
EIA — Enzyme ImmunoAssay
ATCC — American Type Culture Collection
MCI — Mild Cognitive Impairment
OBS — Organic Brain Syndrome
ORG — Organization
Q.I.D — Four times a day
CNS — Clinical Nurse Specialist
SAH — Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
VOL — Volume
CCF — Congestive Cardiac Failure
CA — Carcinoma
FSH — follicle stimulating hormone
CK — Creatine Kinase
H2O — Water (vapor)
MPO — Myeloperoxidase
RIS — Radiology Information System
PIN — Personal Identification Number
DCH — Diploma in Child Health
DO — Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
DRE — Digital Rectal Examination
PPLV — pars plana lensectomy and vitrectomy
RAPD — relative afferent pupillary defect
RVSWI — Right Ventricular Stroke Work Index
AP — Auscultation and Percussion
NSR — Normal Sinus Rhythm
TWE — Tap Water Enema
BOM — Bilateral Otitis Media
URI — Upper Respiratory Infection
HX — History
AVM — Arteriovenous Malformation
VAD — Ventricular Assist Device
FU — Follow-Up
MSM — Men who have Sex with Men
DSRNA — double-stranded RNA
ECC — Emergency Cardiac Care
US — Ultrasound
ATB — antibiotic
PROM — Passive Range Of Motion
ACC — Ambulatory Care Center
NYHA — New York Heart Association
RDT — Rapid Diagnostic Test
CCU — Cardiac Care Unit

EPO — Erythropoietin
PAWP — Pulmonary Artery Wedge Pressure
PERLA — Pupils Equal and Reactive to Light and Accommodation
PCN — Penicillin
SDS — Safety Data Sheet
IMU — Intermediate Care Unit
NSD — Normal Spontaneous Delivery
CBC/DIFF — complete blood count/differential
AFL — Atrial Flutter
PDA — Posterior Descending Artery
RUL — Right Upper Lobectomy
MGUS — Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
CTMS — Clinical Trial Management System
AX — Axis
MT — Mountain
DLBCL — diffuse large B-cell lymphoma
ISA — Intrinsic Sympathomimetic Activity
LCR — Ligase Chain Reaction
GEN — General Motors
NMFS — National Marine Fisheries Services
PAF — Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
CHOL — Cholesterol
ROD — resident on duty
QOD — Every Other Day
SH — Social History
NAD — Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide
CPK — Creatine Phosphokinase
APPT — Appointment
MONO-DI — monochorionic-diamniotic twins
CHO — Carbohydrate
ACT — Artemisinin-Based Combination Therapy
PEPSE — post-exposure prophylaxis after sexual exposure
RTS — Revised Trauma Score
CL — Clearance
LOP — Left Occiput Posterior - Fetal position
ASP — Aspartic Acid
GAD — Glutamic Acid Decarboxylase
ARG — Arginine
BV — Bacterial Vaginosis
TDWB — Touch-Down Weight-Bearing
OCP — Oral Contraceptive Pill
TRAP — Tartrate-Resistant Acid Phosphatase
AML — Acute Myelocytic Leukemia
DOL — United States Department of Labor
STM — Short Term Memory
HLA — Human Leukocyte Antigen
MATH — Mathematics
FWD — Forward
BA — Bachelor of Arts
MIN — Minimum

SSL — Secure Socket Layer
IVIG — intravenous immune globulin
ALL — Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
HEMA — hematest – e.g. hema (-)
H&E — Hematoxylin and Eosin (stain)
PT — Prothrombin Time
BA — Barium
PAGE — Polyacrylamide Gel Electrophoresis
ACEI — angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor
FEP — Free Erythrocyte Protoporphyrin
AI — Aortic Insufficiency
HDN — hemolytic disease of the newborn
MVA — Motor Vehicle Accident
PCV — packed cell volume (of blood)
PE — Physical Education
PFT — Pulmonary Function Test
F/U — Follow-Up
NRB — non-rebreather mask
SCI — Spinal Cord Injury
NCEP — National Cholesterol Education Program
GRBAS — Grade, Roughness, Breathy voice, Asthenia and Strain
LIMA — Left Internal Mammary Artery
LSCS — Lower Segment Caesarean Section
UV — Ultraviolet (Light)
SHBG — Sex Hormone Binding Globulin
LVF — Left Ventricular Failure
CC — Cubic Centimeter
AHA — American Heart Association
SCID — Severe Combined Immunodeficiency Disorder
ECU — Extensor Carpi Ulnaris
CC — Cardiac Catheterization
PMR — Polymyalgia Rheumatica
NA — Not Available
UGIB — upper gastrointestinal bleeding
HNPP — Hereditary Neuropathy with Liability to Pressure Palsies
ACQ — Acquisition
SVC — Superior Vena Cava
PNA — pneumonia
ALI — Acute Lung Injury
IVDA — Intravenous Drug Abuse
SIMV — Synchronized Intermittent Mechanical Ventilation
RDW — Red Cell Distribution Width
HSG — Housing
BBS — Bilateral Breath Sounds
H/O — History of
PAP — Pulmonary Artery Pressure
C/O — Complains Of
# — Number
BO — bowel open
H — Hydrogen

N — Asparagine
DOI — Date of Injury
MAX — Maximum
DTP — diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis vaccine
DSP — Digital Signal Processor
PAS — Periodic Acid-Schiff
C — Centigrade
ANT — Anterior
CPT — Current Procedural Terminology
CYN — Canyon
E — Epinephrine
HR — Hour
DTR — Deep Tendon Reflex
BE — Barium Enema
AU — Both Ears
VPA — Valproic Acid
BAC — Blood Alcohol Content
SUPP — Support
ASAD — Arthroscopic Subacromial Decompression
PAD — Peripheral Artery Disease
AIS — Adenocarcinoma in Situ
GBM — Glioblastoma Multiforme
QNS — Quantity Not Sufficient
BSO — Bilateral Salpingo-Oophorectomy
MAP — Mean Arterial Pressure
SUPT — Superintendent
ABX — antibiotics
STG — Short Term Goal
PALS — Pediatric Advanced Life Support
ID — Infectious Disease
MI — Myocardial Infarction
BNI — Bladder Neck Incision
NPPV — Noninvasive Positive-Pressure Ventilation
RHABDO — Rhabdomyolysis
ELISA — enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay
FANA — fluorescent antinuclear antibody test
BILI T/D — bilirubin total and direct
PROC — Process
RT — Reverse Transcription
RT — Radiation Therapy
NIH — NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF HEALTH
CTPA — Computed Tomography Pulmonary Angiogram
STD — sexually transmitted disease
HB — Hemoglobin
ECT — ElectroConvulsive Therapy
MVR — Mitral Valve Replacement
MODY — Maturity-Onset Diabetes of the Young
CIDP — Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy
TLC — Total Lymphocyte Count
LN — Lymph Node

STEMI — ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction
ABD — Abdomen
CIS — Carcinoma in Situ
SOL — Space-Occupying Lesion
AMA — Advanced Maternal Age
ARDS — Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome
WB — Whole Blood
RPR — Rapid Plasma Reagin
LAD — Left Anterior Descending
SCD — Sudden Cardiac Death
LSB — Left Sternal Border
UTIL — Utilities
IUGR — Intrauterine Growth Retardation
CF — Complement Fixation
BI — Brain Injury
DLP — dyslipoproteinemia [1]
PD — Peritoneal Dialysis
L — Leucine
AEB — As Evidenced By
TEE — Transesophageal Echocardiogram
UNG — OINtment
GYN — Gynecology
M — Million
ARM — Artificial Rupture of Membranes
CIN — Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia
SID — Semel in die meaning once daily. Only used in veterinary medicine.
PBC — Primary Biliary Cirrhosis
OPCAB — Off-Pump Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
HPL — Human Placental Lactogen
CRBS/MEDICAL — Center for Research in Biological Structure/Medical
FTT — Failure To Thrive
@ — at
ALS — Advanced Life Support
I&O — Intake & Output
BILI — Bilirubin
ETT — Endotracheal tube
ATP — Adenosine Triphosphate (reg: 56-65-5)
CEA — Carotid Endarterectomy
CHD — Congenital Heart Disease
AC — Anterior Chamber
UE — Upper Extremity
LHH — likelihood of being helped or harmed
VPI — Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
AD — auris dextra
LE — Lupus Erythematosus
VBAC — Vaginal Birth After Cesarean
BMT — Bone Marrow Transplantation
PEG — Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy
ILD — Interstitial Lung Disease
OPR — Operator

IDM — Infant of Diabetic Mother
CGMP — Cyclic Guanosine Monophosphate
MMHG — millimeters of mercury
TRF — Transfer
LBP — Low Back Pain
S&O — salpingo-oophorectomy
NSAID — Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug
MAE — Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
HBO — Hyperbaric Oxygen
SOB — Short of breath
LRTI — Lower Respiratory Tract Infection
GIST — Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
A — Adenosine
TM — Tympanic Membrane
BPP — Biophysical Profile
SL — Sublingual
EDC — Electronic Data Capture
VDRL — Venereal Disease Research Laboratory
MAST — Michigan alcohol screening test
TSS — Toxic Shock Syndrome
BAD — Bipolar Affective Disorder
GTT — Glucose Tolerance Test
RH — Rhesus factor
PDR — Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy
TTE — Transthoracic Echocardiography
AU — Auris unitas
ADLS — Activities of Daily Living Survey
REHAB — Rehabilitation Evaluation Hall and Baker
HPN — Home Parenteral Nutrition
IHC — Immunohistochemistry
QAM — quaque die ante meridiem (every day before noon)
KUB — Kidney
CHR — Chronic
MOM — Milk of Magnesia
LLL — left lower lobectomy
ER — Estrogen Receptor
RFT — Renal Function Test
HTN — Hypertension
HSA — Human Serum Albumin
PHP — Partial Hospitalization Program
TRISS — Trauma and Injury Severity Score
NC/AT — Normocephalic/Atraumatic
N — Nitrogen
IHSS — Idiopathic Hypertrophic Subaortic Stenosis
MAR — Medication Administration Record
NEG — NEGative
O2 — Oxygen
CD — Chemical Dependency
FH — Family History
HEMA — hydroxy ethyl methacrylate, a material in soft contact lenses

HGG — Human Gamma Globulin
ECV — External Cephalic Version
GFR — Glomerular Filtration Rate
EGD — Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
PCA — Patient-Controlled Analgesia
PE — Pleural Effusion
FICA — Federal Insurance Contribution Act
BR — Bedrest
NSTEMI — Non-ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction
HDU — High Dependency Unit
PIC — Punctate Inner Choroidopathy
MCHIR — Master of Surgery
AKA — Above Knee Amputation (orthopaedic Usage)
PMS — Premenstrual Syndrome
SNF — Skilled Nursing Facility
L — Left
CXR — Chest X-Ray
IG — Immune Globulin
AID — Artificial Insemination Donor
BUS — Business
ALPS — Autoimmune Lymphoproliferative Syndrome
PIV — peripheral intravenous
LUQ — Left Upper Quadrant
NPO — Nil Per Os
EPCT — estrogen-progesterone challenge test
C&S — Culture and Sensitivity
WF — White Female
GTT — Drop
LUE — Left Upper Extremity
C — with (usually written with a bar on top of the "c")
PD — Per Diem
CL — Contact Lens
BILAT — Bilateral
CI — Cardiac Index
USP — United States Pharmacopeia
MIN — Minute
CME — Continuing Medical Education
ET — Endotracheal
OB-GYN — Obstetrics and gynecology
PCD — Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia
ISQ — In Status Quo
ADA — American Dental Association
NICE — National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence
FEUREA — fractional excretion of urea
ADD — Attention Deficit Disorder
ALT — Alanine Transaminase
RLE — Right Lower Extremity
FDP — Flexor Digitorum Profundus
RNA — Ribo Nucleic Acid
AVG — Average Voltage Gain

CARDIO — CARDIOLOGY
NAC — N-Acetylcysteine
AUX — Auxiliary
GDM — Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
PROF — Professor
HT — Heights
LP — Lumbar Puncture
COI — Conflict Of Interest
PVD — Posterior Vitreous Detachment
EGFR — Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate
LVEDV — Left Ventricular End-Diastolic Volume
FNA — Fine-Needle Aspiration
RAI — Radioactive Iodine
BLE — Bilateral Lower Extremity
OP — Outpatient
VPB — Ventricular Premature Beat
OFC — Office
AR — Accounts Receivable
BOA — Born Out of Asepsis
M — Methionine
PERRL — Pupils Equal, Round, Reactive to Light
LE — Lower Extremity
KOR — keep open rate
FHX — Family History
DPF — Dental Practitioners' Formulary
DFMR — daily fetal movement record
PSGN — Post Streptococcal Glomerulonephritis
SCD — Sickle Cell Disease
BE — Base Excess
RR — Respiratory Rate
KI — Potassium Iodide
COLL — Collect
LAD — Left Axis Deviation-Electrocardiogram
MM — millimolar (millimoles/liter)
MCG — micrograms
ART — Antiretroviral Therapy (HIV)
AUC — Area under the Curve (statistics)
EGF — Epidermal Growth Factor
HOB — Head of Bed
BID — Twice A Day
CFTR — Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator
OCG — Oral CholecystoGram
PCNSL — primary CNS (central nervous system) lymphoma
PEF — Peak Expiratory Flow
AMPA RECEPTOR — alpha-amino-3-hydroxy-5-methyl-4-isoxazolepropionic acid receptor of the brain
PC — After Meals
PE — Physical Examination
HAART — Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy
MAP — Medical Assistance Program
SCC — Squamous Cell Carcinoma

DOT — Directly Observed Therapy
VET — Veteran
MB BCHIR — Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
REP — Repeat
DFA — Direct Fluorescent Antibody
REV — Review
RICE — rest, ice, compression, and elevation
CT — Calcitonin
ACPO — Acute Colonic Pseudo-Obstruction
IDDM — insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus
HYPERAL — hyperalimentation
CDW — Collision Damage Waiver
AUD — Audit
EUA — Examination Under Anaesthesia
AC — Assist-Control (a form of mechanical ventilation)
SAB — Spontaneous Abortion
NTD — Neural Tube Defect
RVEF — Right Ventricular Ejection Fraction
OGTT — Oral Glucose Tolerance Test
PG — Postgraduate
NPO — Nothing By Mouth
MCP — Metacarpophalangeal
OS — Overall Survival
EOMI — extraocular muscles intact
EDD — Expected Date of Delivery
AMO — Advanced Medical Optics, Inc.
FBG — fasting blood glucose
ABVD — Doxorubicin (adriamycin), bleomycin, vinblastine, dacarbazine
SQ — Subcutaneous
SPK — Superficial Punctate Keratitis
CCK-PZ — Cholecystokinin-Pancreozymin
QQH — quarta quaque hora (every four hours)
THR — Threonine
INV — Inventory
PR — Per Rectum
MGR — Manager
PFO — Patent Foramen Ovale
UBC — Uniform Building Code
DB HL — decibels hearing loss
PEJ — Percutaneous Endoscopic Jejunostomy
SGOT — Serum Glutamic-Oxaloacetic Transaminase
FAST — focused assessment with sonography for trauma
SMV — Superior Mesenteric Vein
RP — Retinitis Pigmentosa
LH — Luteinizing Hormone
XT — Exotropia
TMS — Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
TTD — Temporary Total Disability
Q.A.D. — every other day
E — Ecstasy

OOB — Out of Bed
USPS — United States Postal Services
CHP — Chemical Hygiene Plan
ACDF — Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion
AK — Actinic Keratosis
VO — Verbal Order
MIS — Minimally Invasive Surgery
LI — Lithium
BS — Bowel Sounds
MAINT — Maintenance
PIVKA-II — protein induced from vitamin K absence
EPI — Epinephrine
ARB — angiotensin II receptor antagonist
MD — Doctor of Medicine
CCU — Critical Care Unit
IPF — Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
ICF — Intermediate Care Facility
USN — Ultrasonic Nebulizer
SSH — Secure Shell (Unix program)
MCL — Modified Chest Lead
QAM — Every morning
ABN — Abnormal
O/E — On Examination
SEGA — Subependymal Giant Cell Astrocytoma
PLCY — Policy
FF — Fat Free
GTN — Glyceryl Trinitrate
LYS — Lysine
PBI — Protein Bound Iodine
MMSE — Mini-Mental Status Examination
W — Tryptophan
CHAOS — congenital high upper airway obstruction syndrome
FROM — Full Range Of Motion
TBI — Traumatic Brain Injury
HOSP — Hospital
NFR — Not for Resuscitation
ANDI — Aberrations of Normal Development and Involution
#NOF — fracture to the neck of the femur
BAL — Blood Alcohol Level
NSTACS — non-ST elevation acute coronary syndrome
PPH — Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
KV — Kilovolt (one thousand volts) (measurement)
ABPI — Ankle Brachial Pressure Index
TBSP — Tablespoon
PDGF — Platelet-Derived Growth Factor
MPGN — Membranoproliferative Glomerulonephritis
SAAG — serum–ascites albumin gradient
CS — Cesium
HR — Heart Rate
A&O — Aware and Oriented

FMS — Fibromyalgia Syndrome
TKO — To Keep Open
FL — Fluid
LLQ — left lower quadrant
LES — Lower Esophageal Sphincter
PAP — Positive Airway Pressure
CAT — Cataract
PEL — Permissible Exposure Limit
FESS — Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
DIL — Dilute
BSL — Blood Sugar Level
BRA — Bilateral Renal Agenesis
CDI — Central Diabetes Insipidus
D — Distance
CAD — Computer-Aided Design
PG — Picogram
AKF — Acute Kidney Failure
TKR — Total Knee Replacement
PHI — Protected Health Information
RCN — Royal College of Nursing
MTX — Methotrexate
JRA — Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis
MOD — Modified
HUS — Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome
RINN — Recommended International Non-proprietary Name
IVU — Intravenous Urogram
AMP — Ampule
LOT — Left Occiput Transverse
BBB — Bundle Branch Block
ADD — Attention Deficit Disord
SOC — Social
IPC — Intermittent Pneumatic Compression
APPY — Appendectomy
ACE — Angiotensin Converting Enzyme
MRV — Magnetic Resonance Venography
HPS — Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome
IGG — immunoglobulin gamma G (Globulin)
TKO — to keep (vein) open for IV therapy
HBP — High Blood Pressure
C — Celsius
VIP — Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide
SZ — Seizure
EQ — Equipment
AS — Arsenic
VF — Ventricular Fibrillation
GU — Gastric Ulcer
HIDS — hyper-IgD (and periodic fever) syndrome
ERG — Electroretinogram
MAO — Monoamine Oxidase
TOP — Termination Of Pregnancy

S — Serine
RV — Right Ventricle
FIN — Finance
APE — Acute Pulmonary Embolism
CRS — Congenital Rubella Syndrome
RES — Research
AOM — Acute Otitis Media
5HIAA — five hydroxy indole acetic acid
HES — Hydroxyethyl Starch
AAL — Anterior Axillary Line
D/C — Discharge
RAS — Renin-Angiotensin System
EVAR — Endovascular Aneurysm Repair
CP — Chest Pain
RXN — Reaction
WS — Williams Syndrome
PSYCHT — Psychologist
IVP — Intravenous Push
CRI — Chronic Renal Insufficiency
NKMA — No Known Medcation Allergies
TWA — Time Weighted Averages
TMB — Too Many Birthdays: Person Dying Of "old Age"
PSVT — Paroxysmal SupraVentricular Tachycardia
OD — Oculus Dexter
EMP — Employee
CAPS — Capsule
FDS — flexor digitorum superficialis
PAN — Polyarteritis Nodosa
TSI — Thyroid Stimulating Immunoglobulin
RESP — Respiratory
GGTP — Gamma Glutamyl Transpeptidase
CVC — Central Venous Catheter
PPD — Purified Protein Derivative
S&S — Signs & Symptoms
NS — Normal Saline (IV)
HHS — Health and Human Services Department
RNP — Ribonucleoprotein
RD — Registered Dietician
NSE — neuron-specific enolase
HFM — hand, foot and mouth disease
LG — Large
FL — Femur Length
TUR — Transurethral Resection
ICS — Intercostal Space
OB/GYN — Obstetrics and Gynecology
MS — Mitral Stenosis
SECY — secretary
TTO — To Take Out
EGBUS — external genitalia, Bartholin, urethral & Skene's glands
MDA — Muscular Dystrophy Association

ARB — Angiotensin Receptor Blocker
MKTG — Marketing
THA — Total Hip Arthroplasty
SAE — Serious Adverse Event
VOD — vision right eye
G6PD — Glucose-6-Phosphate Deficiency
BDD — Body Dysmorphic Disorder
IDC — Indirect Costs
GIT — Gastrointestinal Tract
TD — Tardive Dyskinesia
G — Gram (g)
PUD — Peptic Ulcer Disease
BMS — Bare Metal Stent
GCT — Glucose Challenge Test
EEE — Eastern Equine Encephalitis
R — Arginine
AFIB — Atrial Fibrillation Investigation with Bidisomide
FBE — Full Blood Examination
Q — Glutamine
SCD — Sequential Compression Device
PDT — Photodynamic Therapy
RA — Room Air
MSK — Medullary Sponge Kidney
SCCA — Squamous Cell Carcinoma
LFTS — Liver Function Test
BEA — Below-Elbow Amputation
IVC — Inspiratory Vital Capacity
DIB — Difficulty in Breathing
NM — Nuclear Medicine
NVD — Normal Vaginal Delivery
PLN — Plan
ROP — Retinopathy Of Prematurity
SAD — Social Anxiety Disorder
ICCE — Intracapsular Cataract Extraction
GC — gonorrhea
KUB — kidney, ureter, bladder (x-rays)
BNC — bladder neck contracture
TBEC — Enteric coated tablet
JCAHO — Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations
HIM — Health Information Management
AR — Allergic Rhinitis
PR — Progesterone Receptor
IVH — Intraventricular Hemorrhage
BIL — Bilateral
MCUG — Micturating Cystourethrogram
CNM — Certified Nurse Midwifery
JR — Junior
RCC — Renal Cell Carcinoma
HF — Heart Failure
CA — Cancer

MG — milligram; 1/1000 gram
IDA — Iron Deficiency Anemia
PND — Paroxysmal Nocturnal Dyspnoea
QD — quaque die (every day)
DCD — Donation After Cardiac Death
BW — Birth Weight
IB — Investigator's Brochure
OCT — Optical Coherence Tomography
DC — Discharge
DEV — Development
IOL — Intraocular Lens
LAC — Long Arm Cast
CHB — Complete Heart Block
IMT — Intima-Media Thickness
BCP — Birth Control Pill
MHC — Major Histocompatibility Complex
VEB — Ventricular Ectopic Beat
CFS — Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
FFA — Free Fatty Acids
HCV — hepatitis C virus
FSE — Fetal Scalp Electrode
R — Roentgen
SUI — Stress Urinary Incontinence
SA — Salvation Army
TDMA — Time Division Multiple Access
F — Phenylalanine (amino acid)
MAS — Meconium Aspiration Syndrome
PRL — Prolactin
NFPA — National Fire Protection Association
LCV — Leukocytoclastic Vasculitis (acute pustular psoriasis)
PI — Protease Inhibitor
PTL — preterm labor
RAP — Right Atrial Pressure
AML — Acute Myeloid Leukemia
NAS — No Added Salt
TKI — Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor
REIMBURSE — REIMBURSE, REIMBURSEMENT
CK — Check
PE — Pulmonary Edema
DR — dram
RA — Right Atrium
DMSA — Dimercaptosuccinic Acid
TLV — Threshold Limit Value
H — Histidine
CRP — Cold Reactive Protein
CCU — Clean Catch Urine
CIRC — Circulation
RTC — Return To Clinic
NTG — Nitroglycerin
NGU — nongonococcal urethritis

PT — Patient
PMDD — Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
AGN — Acute Glomerulonephritis
TIAA-CREF — Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association - College Retirement Equities Fund
OTD — out the door (discharged
QS/QT — intrapulmonary shunt fraction
NE — Norepinephrine
DNI — Do Not Intubate
NIDDM — Noninsulin Dependent Diabetes Mellitus
PFC — Persistent Fetal Circulation
SAO2 — Arterial Oxygen Saturation
GABA — gamma-aminobutyric acid
AC — Area Code
IOP — Intraocular Pressure
POS — Positive
TVT — Tension-free Vaginal Tape
KCAL — Kilo Calorie
HD — Hemodialysis
RAS — Renal Artery Stenosis
HEME — Hemorrhage
OGD — Oesophagogastroduodenoscopy
SIL — Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion
HA — Headache
HLTH — Health
DCM — Dilated Cardiomyopathy
IUI — Intra-Uterine Insemination
ANUG — Acute Necrotizing Ulcerative Gingivitis
LSD — Lysergic Acid Diethylamide
CRA — Clinical Research Associate
MJ — Megajoule
KTP — Potassium Titanyl Phosphate
TIW — three times a week
AVN — Avascular Necrosis
R/T — Related To
OSA — Office of Student Affairs
DRPLA — Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy
LAO — Left Anterior Oblique
ITAC — Information Technology Advisory Committee
EPDS — Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale
ADV — Advisory
HSG — Hysterosalpingogram
MHA-TP — microhemagglutination assay for T. pallidum
DOL — Day of Life
T2DM — Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
LAS — Latin American Studies
DZ — Disease
IR — Insulin Resistance
CAD — Computer-Aided Detection
HS — High School
P&PD — Percussion and Postural Drainage

BSS — Balanced Salt Solution
RAO — Right Anterior Oblique
HS-CRP — High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein
RPT — Report
ANF — Atrial Natriuretic Factor
PRIN — Principal
GMP — guanosine monophosphate
ADP — Adenosine Diphosphate (RN 58-64-0)
MDVL — Mandeville
PMN — polymorphonuclear (leukocytes)
ADJ — Adjunct
SDV — Source Document Verification
PMD — Pediatric Medicine
FLEX — flexion
APE — Acute Pulmonary Edema
HSIL — high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesion
U — University
TTR — Transthyretin
LB — Pound
AE — Adverse Event
Q8H — Every 8 hours
OP — Osteoporosis
PALS — Patient Advice and Liaison Services
GASB — Governmental Accounting Standards Board
RPT — Repeat
ADLS — Activities of Daily Living Skills
EVAL — evaluation
RFLP — Restriction Fragment Length Polymorphism
MR — Mitral Regurgitation
LAIV — Live Attenuated Influenza Vaccine
SABA — Supplied Air Breathing Apparatus
LD — Lead
NPA — Nasopharyngeal Airway
TEL — Telephone
GIFT — Gamete Intrafallopian Transfer
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.
AROM — Artificial Rupture of Membranes
NOS — Not Otherwise Specified
K — Potassium
CAL — Calorie
IUFD — Intrauterine Fetal Demise
ICM — Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
AGC — atypical glandular cells
DPHIL — Doctor of Philosophy
SEM — systolic ejection murmur
NPH — Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
PROG — Program
ICH — Intracranial Hemorrhage
NYD — Not Yet Diagnosed
5-HIAA — 5-hydroxyindoleacetic acid

ARMD — Age-Related Macular Degeneration
T — Temperature
TID — ter in die (three times daily)
D5 — 5% Dextrose Solution
DC — discontinue
BPH — Benign Prostate Hypertrophy
LOX — Liquid Oxygen
DFE — Dilated Fundus Examination
ABW — Adjusted Body Weight
PVR — Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy
MTA — Material Transfer Agreement
RIA — Radio Immuno-Assay
EAM — External Auditory Meatus
ASB — Asymptomatic Bacteriuria
TLR — Tonic Labyrinthine Reflex
RSI — Rapid Sequence Induction
TG — Triglyceride
MECH — Mechanic
PEP — postexposure prophylaxis
CTPE — CT scan for pulmonary embolii
PID — pelvic inflammatory disease
CPP — cerebral perfusion pressure
RIF — Rifampin
RAD — Reactive Airway Disease
LAD — Lymphadenopathy
FF-21 — Food and Fuel for the 21st Century
RCGP — Royal College of General Practitioners
PROD — Produce
PSS — Progressive Systemic Sclerosis
PTX — PneumoThorax
PTHRP — Parathyroid Hormone-Related Peptide
IC — Intracardiac
DCH — Doctor of Surgery
B — Black
YO — years old
VGCC — Voltage-Gated Calcium Channel
CV — Color Vision
ADA — American Diabetes Association
SOM — School of Medicine
ICF — Intracellular Fluid
NCT — Nerve Conduction Test
SSI — Sliding Scale Insulin
AJ — Ankle Jerk
NKDA — Non-Ketotic Diabetic Acidosis
PET — positron emission tomography
TWB — Touch Weight Bear
PAT — Paroxysmal Atrial Tachycardia
PROJ — Project
ENGR — Engineer
DDI — Didanosine

RCVG — Receiving
RRR — Relative Risk Reduction
LA — Left Atrium
NES — Not Elsewhere Specified
GLU — Glutamic Acid
ALT — Argon Laser Trabeculoplasty
DGM — Diploma in Geriatric Medicine
IH — Infectious Hepatitis
FT — foot (unit of length)
TT — Thrombin Time
THER — Therapy
INC — Incomplete
LDL — Low-Density Lipoprotein (a type of cholesterol)
BPV — Benign Positional Vertigo
FEIA — fluorescent enzyme immunoassay
USS — ultrasound scan
A&W — Alive and Well
WBC — White blood cells
GOK — God Only Knows
CE — Continuing Education
PKP — Penetrating Keratoplasty
RLQ — Right Lower Quadrant
UBW — Usual Body Weight
MERIT — Medical Emergency Response Incident Team
APLS — Antiphospholipid Syndrome
CVA — Costovertebral Angle
A/W — alive and well
IU — International Unit
P&A — Percussion and Auscultation
HM — hispanic male
BCH — Bachelor of Surgery
OM — every morning
HIDA — Hepatobiliary Iminodiacetic Acid
NPF — Nurse Prescribers’ Formulary
RLS — Restless Leg Syndrome
A-V — ArterioVenous
3TC — Lamivudine
F — Degrees Fahrenheit
BMJ — British Medical Journal
JAMA — Journal of the American Medical Association
ACD — Anemia of Chronic Disease
ECRF — Electronic Case Report Form
PUR — Purchasing
IPG — Implantable Pulse Generator
DSM — Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (of the American Psychiatric Association)
HB — Heart Block
WLE — Wide Local Excision
EBUS TBNA — endobronchial US-guided transbronchial needle aspiration
BRB — Bright Red Blood
HS — hours of sleep(bedtime)

PREP — Preparation
APC — Antigen-Presenting Cell
CHMP — Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use
CGN — chronic glomerulonephritis
SB — Small Bowel
RVAD — Right Ventricular Assist Device
INTL — International
AB — Antibody
NA — No Answer
JVP — Jugular Venous Pressure
TLV — Type-Length-Value
EBT — Electron Beam Tomography
TURBT — transurethral resection of bladder tumor
FRC — Functional Residual Capacity
ADC — AIDS Dementia Complex
ODP — Ocean Drilling Program
DAW — Dispense As Written
VOC — Vocational
PHIL — Philosophy
CR — Complete Remission
GTT — Guttae
DIR — Directory
5-FU — 5-Fluorouracil
NG — Nasogastric
PCOS — Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
HSM — Hepatosplenomegaly
MCH — Master of Surgery
NGT — NasoGastric Tube
DD — Differential Diagnosis
PDD — Pervasive Developmental Disorder
COAD — chronic obstructive airways disease
OD — OverDose
SVN — Small Volume Nebulizer
PTA — Prior To Arrival
ESES — electrical status epilepticus in sleep
SVE — Sterile Vaginal Examination
FM — Fetal Movement
UG — Undergraduate
PHN — Post-Herpetic Neuralgia
BBP — Blood-Borne Pathogen
WTR — Water
HS — hours of sleep
O — Observation
R — Respirations
CCK — Cholecystokinin
BGL — Blood Glucose Level
GORD — gastro-oesophageal reflux disease
ETOH — Alcohol
IIEF — International Index of Erectile Function
ICP — Intracranial Pressure

MSH — melanocyte-stimulating hormone
FCU — Flexor Carpi Ulnaris
NNT — Number needed to Treat
CAMP — Cyclic Adenosine Monophosphate
WAT — White Adipose Tissue
CTD — Circling the Drain. Healthcare acronym. Technically and originally Close To Death. Transferable to a wide variety of lost causes. (Ack L Russell)
TSE — Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathy
SUPR — Supervisor
MCV — Mean Cell Volume
USO — Unilateral Salpingo-Oophorectomy
PTB — Pulmonary Tuberculosis
LORTA — Loss of Resistance to Air
VNA — Visiting Nurse Association
LYTES — Electrolytes
PPD — Postpartum Depression
CTU — Cancer Treatment Unit
PKD — Polycystic Kidney Disease
HCC — Hepatocellular Carcinoma (liver cancer)
SAD — Seasonal Affective Disorder
CTG — Cardiotocograph
WR — Writer
RPGN — Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis
CX — microbiological culture
HSC — Health and Social Care
SCH — School
AVN — Atrioventricular Node
PHS — Public Health Service (U.S.)
FDG — Fluorodeoxyglucose
Q2H — every two hours
AS — Auricle Sinistrus (Left Ear)
TEF — Tracheoesophageal Fistula
YR — Year
ENT — Ear nose and throat
APECED — Autoimmune Polyendocrinopathy-Candidiasis-Ectodermal Dystrophy
PWP — Pulmonary Wedge Pressure
GC — gonococcus (gonnorhea germ)
HPF — high power field
H&P — history and physical examination
UPJ — Ureteropelvic Junction Obstruction
TURP — Trans-Urethral Resection of the Prostate
GN — Glomerulonephritis
RAE — Right Atrial Enlargement
NK — Natural Killer
SLN — Sentinel Lymph Node
HL — Hearing Level
COM — Community
AMC — Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita
MPAP — Mean Pulmonary Artery Pressure
CM — Chirurgiae Magister
TTN — transient tachypnea of the newborn

ABI — ankle brachial pressure index
IMV — Intermittent Mandatory Ventilation
OHL — Oral Hairy Leukoplakia
NGB — neurogenic bladder
MRM — Modified Radical Mastectomy
CPD — Continuous Professional Development
FPL — Flexor Pollicis Longus
PNH — Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria
POCT — point-of-care test
IMN — Infectious Mononucleosis
IF — Immunofluorescence
TL — Tubal Ligation
MEWDS — Multiple Evanescent White Dot Syndrome
REEP — right end-expiratory pressure
MMT — Manual Muscle Test
TVC — True Vocal Cord
BSX — B-symptoms
CBE — Clinical Breast Examination
DIB — Dead in Bed
DES — diethyl sulphate
TSH — thyroid stimulating hormone
IV-DSA — Intravenous Digital Subtraction Angiography
CMV IGG — cytomegalovirus IGG
CIRC — Circumcision
IE — Infective Endocarditis
TF — transfer
CID — Cervical Immobilization Device
MSO — Management Services Officer
MPL — Marine Physical Laboratory
ALS — Amyotropic Lateral Sclerosis
PIH — pregnancy induced hypertension syndrome
DNAR — Do Not Attempt Resuscitation
EDS — Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
ABMT — American Board of Medical Toxicology
MAC — Membrane Attack Complex
RIJ — Right Internal Jugular
PRKG — Parking
QOF — Quality and Outcomes Framework
SVI — Systemic Viral Infection
FL.OZ. — fluid ounce
MSE — Mental Status Examination
DHE — Dihydroergotamine
FNH — Focal Nodular Hyperplasia
6MP — 6-mercaptopurine
CAH — Chronic Active Hepatitis
PIPJ — Proximal Interphalangeal Joint
PO2 — Partial Pressure Of O2
EMS — Emergency medical service
I&D — Incision and Drainage
DRSG — Dressing

CAPA — Corrective And Preventive Action
HBA — Hemoglobin A
DLI — Donor Lymphocyte Infusion
HGPRTASE — hypoxanthine-guanine phosphoribosyl transferase
HMG-COA — 3-Hydroxy-3-Methyl-Glutaryl-CoA
LPH — Left Posterior Hemiblock
STAT — Statistical
IHD — Ischaemic Heart Disease
LDW — Last Day Worked
BEE — Basal Energy Expenditure
IUPC — Intrauterine Pressure Catheter
HHMI — Howard Hughes Medical Institute
WN — Well Nourished
TED — (hose) Thrombo-embolism Deterrent
PARA — paralysis
IABP — Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump
CEN — Certified Emergency Nurse
FET — Frozen Embryo Transfer
SEP — Somatosensory Evoked Potential
VAS — Vibroacoustic Stimulation
COMP — Compound
HONK — hyperosmolar nonketotic coma
IC — Immune Complex
ESWL — Extracorporeal Shock-wave Lithotripsy
VEP — Visual Evoked Potential
MBSS — Modified Barium Swallow Study
CME — Cystoid Macular Edema
TEMP — Temperature
PREP — Prepare
OV — Office Visit
LIB — Libra
CIRCI — Critical Illness-Related Corticosteroid Insufficiency
DCP — Diploma in Clinical Pathology
APH — Antepartum Haemorrhage
VA — Visual Acuity
OCD — tic/obsessive compulsive disorder
MIN — Minority
FL — Floor
PTCA — Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angiography
LOM — Limitation of Motion
TC — Total Cholesterol
DHR — Dihydrorhodamine
VIRO — Virology
LHC — Left Heart Catheterization
DDNS — Divisional Dean/Natural Sciences
ICG — Indocyanine Green
CVE/CVA — cerebrovascular event/cerebrovascular accident
TEC — Transient Erythroblastopenia of Childhood
KCAL — kilocalories
INJ — injection

MVI — Multivitamin
GA — General Accounting
D5W — 5% Dextrose in water
VPC — Ventricular Premature Contraction
RD — Retinal Detachment
HPOA — Hypertrophic Pulmonary Osteoarthropathy
CORP — Corporate
PHE — Phenylalanine
OA — Osteo-Arthritis
UA — Unstable Angina
DVT — Deep Vein Thrombosis
AHG — antihemophilic globulin Factor VIII
SAN — Sinoatrial Node
DSD — Dry Sterile Dressing
GRAD — Graduate
DAI — Diffuse Axonal Injury
CA — Carbohydrate Antigen
SA — Sinoatrial
TX — Therapy (medical)
BCLS — Basic Cardiac Life Support
IVF-ET — in vitro fertilisation and embryo transfer
MOL — Molecule
HCL — Hairy Cell Leukemia
IEP — Immunoelectrophoresis
MICN — Mobile Intensive Care Nurse
YR — Years old
LL — Lower Level
AXR — Abdominal X-Ray
GVHD — Graft Versus Host Disease
PBX — probiotics
OD — Occupational Disease
MATS — Military Air Transport Service
TMJ — TemporoMandibular Joint (syndrome)
PPV — Positive Predictive Value (e.g., of a diagnostic test)
A/O — Alert and Oriented
AI — Association Index
TOF — tetralogy of Fallot
PM — Post Meridiem
LOA — Lysis of Adhesions
SERV — Service
OR — Odds Ratio
REL — RELATION, RELATIONS, RELATED
ST — Speech Therapy
CT — Count
LGBT — Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender
LLC — Long Leg Cast
CRT — Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy
APD — Afferent Pupillary Defect
HAZ — Hazard
FL OZ — Fluid Ounce

GCA — Giant Cell Arteritis
TIPS — Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt
SSS — Sick Sinus Syndrome
PBP — Progressive Bulbar Palsy
SHPT — Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
ACB — aortocoronary bypass
DOB — Difficulty of Breathing
RSB — Right Sternal Border
MRA — Magnetic Resonance Angiography
ACHE — acetylcholine esterase
PHX — Past History
AFA — Advanced First Aid
AP — alkaline phosphatase
EMR/EHR — Electronic Medical Record / Electronic Health Record
I — Isoleucine
TRANS — Transport
BR — Bathroom
PSYCH — psychiatry
DDAVP — Desmopressin Acetate
PCL — Posterior Cruciate Ligament
IVD — Intervertebral Disc Disease
COCP — Combined Oral Contraceptive Pill
LPN — Licensed Practice Nurse
DIU — Death in Utero
CSDD — Cornell Scale for Depression in Dementia
PYRL — Payroll
# — Fracture
AGXT — alanine-glyoxylate aminotransferase
ACE — Arthritis Control Electrostimulator
DSDP — Deep-Sea Drilling Project
ANTI-RNP — antibodies to ribonucleoprotein
MEL — Maximum Exposure Limit
COH — Controlled Ovarian Hyperstimulation
FLAIR — fluid attenuated inversion recovery imaging
NOF — Neck Of Femur
REM — Rapid Eye Movement
TTS — Transdermal Therapeutic System
HMG — Human Menopausal Gonadotropin
V — Vitreous
BDR — Background Diabetic Retinopathy
SSKI — Saturated solution of potassium iodide
GGT — L-gamma-glutamyl transferase
CRYO-AHF — cryoprecipitated antihemophilic factor
GR — Glucocorticoid Receptor
FLA-ABS — fluorescent antibody absorption test
CC — cum cibo (with food)
ID — IDentifier
F — Frequency
OCT — Oxytocin Challenge Test
ALA — Aminolevulinic Acid

MEB — Muscle-Eye-Brain Disease
TDP — Torsades de Pointes
EMU — Early Morning Urine
UCG — Urinary Chorionic Gonadotropin
LPSOE — Lecturer with Potential Security of Employment
HMBP — Hazardous Materials Business Plan
DIF — Direct Immunofluorescence
CRC — Clinical Research Coordinator
PPS — Payroll Personnel System
VE — Vaginal Examination
GTN — Gestational Trophoblastic Neoplasia
AA — Alcoholics Anonymous
MP — Metacarpophalangeal
RV — Residual Volume
UNK — Unknown
SOAP — Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan
NM — Neuromuscular
HDL — High-Density Lipoprotein (a type of cholesterol)
FENA — Fractional Excretion of Sodium
TIL — Tumor Infiltrating Lymphocytes
EXT — Extract
BSE — Breast Self-Examination
FE — Iron (Latin ''Ferrum'')
WPC — washed packed cells
AP&M — Applied Physics & Mathematics Building
VMA — Vanillymadelic Acid
SOL — Solution
MR — Modified Release
ABW — Actual Body Weight
AC — ante cibum (before food)
BG — Blood Glucose
LOC — Level Of Consciousness
TTE — Transthoracic Echocardiogram
QID — quattuor in die (four times a day)
ICA — Intercollegiate Athletics
MM3 — Cubic Millimetre
CT — chest tube
L&A — Light And Accommodation
BIPAP — BIlevel Positive Airway Pressure
MCOT — Mobile Cardiac Outpatient Telemetry
DLB — Dementia with Lewy Bodies
EAC — External Auditory Canal
NO. — Number
EDD — Estimated Date of Discharge
SCCA — Squamous Cell Carcinoma Associated Antigen
T.D.S. — three times a day
APS — Antiphospholipid Syndrome
HOPI — History of Present Illness
IBC — Institutional Biosafety Committee
AE — Above Elbow

ER — External Relations
ASIS — Anterior Superior Iliac Spine
RRP — Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis
MUS — Medically Unexplained Symptoms (healthcare; aka Medically Unexplained Physical Symptoms)
DAEC — Diffusely Adherent Escherichia Coli
MLE — Midline Episiotomy
USR — Unheated Serum Reagin
UOP — Urinary Output
EDH — epidural hematoma
UD — ut dictum (as directed)
HSV — Herpes Simplex Virus
SSMP — sanitary sewer management plan
UVC — Umbilical Venous Catheter
SSSS — Staphylococcal Scalded Skin Syndrome
EUA — Examination Under Anesthesia
IPV — Inactivated Polio Vaccine
LAE — Left Atrial Enlargement
CT — Counterterrorism
P.T. — pharyngeal toilet
PRBC — packed red blood cells
APUD — Amine Precursor Uptake and Decarboxylation
PABA — Para-Aminobenzoic Acid
ALF — Assisted Living Facility
ITP — Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
INT — Intermittent Needle Therapy
SIBO — Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth
PED — Pediatric
GDA — Gastroduodenal Artery
SE — Sales Engineer
MSR — Medical Science Research
PAP — Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
OPPT — Oriented to Person, Place, and Time
LGA — large for gestational age
PCS — Post-Concussion Syndrome
SN — Skilled Nursing
A — Apical
PTSD — Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Y/O — years old
BKA — below-the-knee amputation
A/B — acid-base ratio
RT — Route
ETMF — Electronic Trial Master File
GBM — Glomerular Basement Membrane
BMEDSCI — Bachelor of Medical Science
AEM — Ambulatory electrocardiogram monitoring
DTS — Delirium Tremens the Shakes
PUFA — Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid
WK — Week
HBSAG — Hepatitis B Surface Antigen
NA — Sodium (Latin ''Natrium'')

BRVO — Branch retinal vein occlusion
A/A — Affirmative Action
MCHC — Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration (occupational Exposure)
OJ — Orange Juice
REQ — Request
CDE — Common Duct Exploration
AZOOR — Acute Zonal Occult Outer Retinopathy
POD — Postoperative Day
MV — Minute Volume
SICU — Surgical Intensive Care Unit
NG — Nanogram
FEV1 — forced expiratory volume in one second
PLT — Platelet
PRIND — Prolonged Reversible Ischemic Neurologic Deficit
UPSI — Unprotected Sexual Intercourse
DMPA — Depot Medroxyprogesterone Acetate
FFPHM — Fellow Faculty of Public Health Medicine
AP — Apical Pulse
DPT — Diphtheria, pertussis, tetanus
RA — Refractory Anemia
IPAP — inspiratory positive airway pressure
D25 — 25% dextrose injections
AD LIB — As desired
UA — Urinalysis
SVG — Saphenous Vein Graft
INF — Inferior
DES — Dry Eye Syndrome
CMO — Comfort Measures Only
FBS — fasting blood sugar
QTC — QT interval corrected for heart rate
VLY — Valley
PERLA — pupils equal, reactive to light and accommodations
TRNG — Training
ENG — electronystagmography
APR — Abdominoperineal Resection
T&C — Type and Cross
ALD — alcoholic liver diseases
UUS — upper uterine segment
POSDI — progestogen-only subdermal implant
HIT — Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia
RFVIIA — recombinant activated factor VIIa
D&E — Dilation and evacuation
TP — Total Protein
BL TIME — bleeding time
LWBS — Left Without Being Seen
ONR — Office of Naval Research (U.S.)
PLHA — People Living with HIV/AIDS
PNB — Prostate Needle Biopsy (medical)
WASP — Wiskott-Aldrich Syndrome Protein
PEM — protein/energy malnutrition (aka Kwashiorkor

PAH — Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
LASH — left anterior superior hemiblock
LLETZ — Large Loop Excision of the Transformation Zone
VS — vital signs
PH.D. — Doctorate Of Philosophy
O&P — Ova & Parasites
EMER — Emergency
ECCE — ExtraCapsular Cataract Extraction
FDTN — Foundation
NVA — near visual acuity
PAT — patient
PEX — Plasma Exchange
ORT — Oral Rehydration Therapy
EOA — Esophageal Obturator Airway
TAB — Tablet
PZA — Pyrazinamide
ANGIO — angiogram
SUSP — Suspension
OD — Once Daily
PEST — psoriasis epidemiology screening tool
SLE — Systemic Lupus Erythematous
M&M — morbidity and mortality
SHOB — shortness of breath
SAR — Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis
CRVO — Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
NPQ — Not Physically Qualified
MRDD — Mental Retarded/Developmentally Disabled
DGEMRIC — gadolinium-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging of cartilage
HP — hot packs
CAO — conscious alert and oriented
FOF — Found on Floor
MELD — model for end-stage liver disease
DOC — Document
PX — Prognosis
LCIS — Lobular Carcinoma in Situ
CCT — Certified Cardiographic Technician
ICHD — International Classification of Headache Disorders
FP — Feature Package
BDL — below detectable level/limit
CALLA — Common Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia Antigen
RS CELL — Reed–Sternberg cell
ASW — Approved Social Worker
BKSTR — Bookstore
INSP — Inspector
COLD — Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ET — Esotropia
IDLH — Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health
BM — Bowel Movement
T — tablespoon
AZT — azidothymidine

HGPRT — hypoxanthine guanine phosphoribosyltransferase
RSC — Radiation Safety Committee
VAL — Valine
MSAP — Management Skills Assessment Program
ALF — Acute Liver Failure
X/7 — x number of days
OP — Operational
ETIOL — etiology
IN VIVO — within the living
FFCM — Fellow Faculty of Community Medicine
SAC — Short Arm Cast
LVAD — Left Ventricular Assist Device
PKU — Phenylketonuria
DCIS — Ductal Carcinoma In Situ
POEM — Patient-oriented Eczema Measure
MCHC — Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentrate
TCM — Traditional Chinese Medicine
ILE — Isoleucine
FUO — fever of unknown origin
CICU — Cardiac Intensive Care Unit
MS — medical student (MS-1, MS-2, MS-3, MS-4
ECI — febris e causa ignota
PTT — Partial Thromboplastin Time
HLV — Herpes-Like Virus
CMS — Correctional Medical Services
SO — Superior Oblique
TAPP — Transabdominal Preperitoneal
REE — intake/resting energy expenditure
FREQ — Frequency
CATH — Catheter
ADM — administrator
CIOMS — Council for International Organizations of Medical Sciences
PKA — protein kinase activity
BSI — Bodily Substance Isolation
LHRH — luteinizing hormone releasing hormone, luliberin
EDTA — ethylene-diamine-tetraacetic acid
APKD — Adult Polycystic Kidney Disease
ETS — Endoscopic Thoracic Sympathectomy
ANTHRO — Anthropology
BK — Bradykinin
SLI — Supplemental Liability Insurance
PICU — Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
PA — posteroanterior
INH — Inhalation
ACL — anticardiolipin
AF-AFP — amniotic fluid alpha fetoprotein
BFS — Business and Financial Services
FFPATH — Fellow Faculty of Pathology
AFI — Amniotic Fluid Index
NPV — Negative Predictive Value (e.g., of a diagnostic test)

IUT — Intrauterine Transfusion
IUCD — Intrauterine Contraceptive Device
QM — Quality Management
NASH — Non-Alcoholic SteatoHepatitis
A.P. — before a meal
MATL — Material
MLC — Midline Catheter
P.V. — per vagina
DILI — drug-induced liver injury
JCVI — Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation
PRP — Panretinal Photocoagulation
PK — Pharmacokinetics
DPM — Doctor of Pediatric Medicine
TEV — Travel Expense Voucher
AM — After Morning
O — Morally Offensive
NUC — Nuclear
BM — Bachelor of Medicine
H.S. — at bedtime
NNH — Number Needed to Harm
AFB — acid-fast bacillia
CSR — Customer Service Request
QHS — quaque hora somni (every night at bedtime)
HBV — hepatitis B virus
AMHP — Approved Mental Health Professional
STRKPR — Storekeeper
SNP — Sodium Nitroprusside
K — Lysine
DS — Down syndrome
RX — prescriptions
ARVD — arrhythmogenic right ventricular dysplasia
IDIF — Indirect Immunofluorescence
SG — Specific Gravity
GDP — Guanosine Diphosphate
ECP — Emergency Care Practitioner
SROM — Spontaneous rupture of membrane
DTA — descending thoracic aorta
STI — sexually transmitted infection
RECP — Reception
POS — Point-Of-Service
WAP — Wandering Atrial Pacemaker
CFT — Complement-fixation Test
A — Assessment
ICF — Informed Consent Form
CCE — clubbing, cyanosis, and edema
IVC — Intravenous cholangiogram
CFC — Chloroflourocarbon
PSH — Past medical history
FRS — Fellow of the Royal Society
CV — Cardiovascular

PAO — Peak Acid Output
S3 — third heart sound
WDWN — Well developed and well nourished
CCPD — Continuous Cyclic Peritoneal Dialysis
CT — Computer Tomography
DFSA — Drug-Facilitated Sexual Assault
A.A. — amino acids:
AED — Antiepileptic Drug
TA — Teaching Assistant
STEC — Shiga Toxin-Producing Escherichia Coli
HG — Mercury (Latin Hydrargyrum)
ALT — argon laser trabececuloplasty
PC — post cibum (after food)
VD — Venereal Disease
GR COCCI — gram positive cocci
GVL — graft versus leukemia
RAIU — Radioactive iodine uptake
CFU — Colony Forming Unit (for Bacteria Counting In Water Disinfection)
BUD — Budget
IBD — Inflammatory Bowel Disease
ASCUS — Atypical Squamous Cells of Unknown Significance
HRV — BACKGROUND:Heart rate variability
SOM — Serous Otitis Media
BLD — Blood
SW — Stab Wound
RML — right middle lobe (lung)
AIIRA — angiotensin-II receptor antagonist
TRLR — Trailer
COSHH — Committee on Substances Hazardous to Health
SI — Sacroiliac Joint
LIH — Left Inguinal Hernia
HTVD — hypertensive vascular disease
PM — Polymyositis
PRP — Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris
V — Valine
PE — pulmonary embolus
HPI — history of the present illness
PHTLS — Prehospital Trauma Life Support
NEC — Necrotizing Enterocolitis
S — without (usually written with a bar on top of the "s")
IBC — Inflammatory Breast Cancer
CH — congenital hypothyroidism
DKA — Don't Know Anything
FAP — Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
BIB — Brought In By
RADS — Reynolds Adolescent Depression Scale
AVJRT — atrioventricular junctional re-entry tachycardia
SR — Slow Release
DDS — Doctor of Dental Surgery
PIP — Peak Inspiratory Pressure

CYSTO — Cystoscopy
EMB — Ethambutol
VW — Vessel Wall
IMID — Immunomodulatory Drug
EST — Electroshock Therapy
MMR — Measles, mumps, rubella
DAA — Denitrogenation Absorption Atelectasis
HUM — Human
GCT — Giant Cell Tumor
IBW — Ideal Body Weight
JIA — Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
AIP — Academic Internship Program
ACR — American College of Radiology
DIP GU MED — Diploma in Genitourinary Medicine
ACU — Ambulatory Care Unit
UAC — Umbilical Artery Catheter
AVB — Atrio-Ventricular Block
ISIS — Integrated Student Information System
L — Litre
DRESS — Drug Rash with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms
BC — Blood Culture
CCPD — continuous cycler-assisted peritoneal dialysis
CHC — Community Health Council
EFWC — electrolyte-free water clearance
EXT — Extremities
PROCTO — Proctoscopy
INSTL — Install
PS — Pressure Support
OD — eye doctor
PPTCT — prevention of parent-to-child transmission [of HIV]
BT — Bleeding Time
PLS — Primary Lateral Sclerosis
EXT — Extension Shelf
WNL — Will Not Listen
BMZ — Basement Membrane Zone
LVN — Licensed Vocational Nurse
PERLA — Pupils Equal React to Light and Accommodation
PICC — Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
AOD — Arterial Occlusive Disease
V&A — vagotomy and antrectomy
PBF — Peripheral Blood Film
SEN — subependymal nodule
VSA — vital signs absent
ISDN — Isosorbide Dinitrate
NCS — Nerve Conduction Study
IDL — intermediate-density lipoprotein
A.M. — before noon
SPC — Summary of Product Characteristics
CIWA — Clinical Institute Withdrawal Assessment
LIC — License

S1 — First Heart Sound
ICH — International Conference of Harmonization
GVHD — chronic graft-versus-host-disease
AD. — right ear
EVF — erythrocyte volume fraction
MVV — Maximum Voluntary Ventilation
PECS — picture exchange communication system
HRCT — High-resolution computed tomography
VCUG — Voiding Cystourethrogram
CRF/LRC/RB — Clinical Research Facility/Lipid Research Clinic/Rancho Bernardo
GHP — Group Health Plan, Inc.
LMWH — Low molecular weight heparin(oid
VOD — Volume of Distribution
FF — fundus firm
ZN — Zinc
S/A — sugar and acetone
MARSA — Methicillin- and Aminoglycoside-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus
LUL — Left Upper Lobe
OPG — Ocular Plethysmography
BZD — Benzodiazepine
TOL — trial of labor
NT — NasoTracheal
FDP — Serum-fibrin degradation products
AAALAC — Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care
PLMS — periodic limb movements of sleep
TG — Thyroglobulin
K — Kilometer
TST — Tuberculin Skin Test
LGM — Lymphogranulomatosis Maligna
TMT — Treadmill Test
IOF — International Operation Forces
SCL — Soft Contact Lens
CREAT — Creatinine
SQL-DSE — Structured Query Language for Departmental Support Environment
ISMN — Isosorbide Mononitrate
IMA — Inferior Mesenteric Artery
EOM — Extraocular muscle
IACUC — Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee
TBI — total body irradiation
SUBQ — Subcutaneous
ICAS — Independent Complaints Advocacy Services
AST — Aspartate Transaminase
PCNL — Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy
T — teaspoon
SC — Subcutaneous
HVD — hypertension vascular disease
FACIL — Facility
MCH — Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin
NB — note well (please pay attention)
IPPB — intermittent positive pressure breathing

PTSD — posttraumatic stress disorder
POSE — primary obesity surgery, endoscopic
GNRH — gonadotropin-releasing hormone
LMA — Laryngeal Mask Airway
SMO — Site Management Organization
MEDS — Medication
HDCV — Human Diploid Cell Vaccine
A.C. — before a meal
LTG — Low Tension Glaucoma
CB — Ciliary Body
HCRP — Hospital Cornea Retrieval Programme
PX — Physical Examination
CTU — Cardiothoracic Surgery Intensive Care Unit
EMDA — electromotive drug administration
LEU — Leucine
RDS — Retiree Drug Subsidy
SLR — Straight Leg Raise
A.A. — of each
ARVC — arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy
UOSM — Urine Osmolality
HCM — Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
AHH — aryl hydrocarbon hydroxylase
HAE — Hereditary Angioedema
HAVS — Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome
KO — Keep Open
SCFE — Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis
NSA — no significant abnormality
PM&R — Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
PMR — Percutaneous Myocardial Revascularization
TMF — Trial Master File
ECMO — Extra Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation
SERM — Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulator
TRALI — transfusion-related acute lung injury
FD — Fatal Dose
BW — Body Weight
MDCT — multidetector row computerized tomography
LLD — Leg Length Discrepancy
S4 — fourth heart sound
UNEX — University Extension
NIDDM — Non-Insulin-Dependent Diabetes Mellitus
LA — local anaesthetic
FMP — First Menstrual Period
IUD — Intra-Uterine Device
LGI — Low Gastrointestinal
DCSSC — diffuse cutaneous systemic sclerosis
BTB — Breakthrough Bleeding
STNR — Symmetrical tonic neck reflex
DMD — Dentariae Medicinae Doctoris
LCHAD — Long-chain 3-hydroxyacyl-coenzyme A dehydrogenase
PHYCS — Physics

MR — Medical Representative (Japan)
E — Glutamic acid
B.I.D — twice a day
EFM — electronic fetal monitoring, cardiotocography
UR — Urine
QH — quaque hora (every hour)
HFNEF — heart failure with a normal ejection fraction
OAB — Overactive Bladder Syndrome
RTV — Ritonavir
BPHARM — Bachelor of Pharmacy
FNA — fine needle aspiration biopsy
T4 — Thyroxine
CIRC — Circumcision Information Resource Centre
WS — Waardenburg Syndrome
P.C. — after meals
FOS — Full of Stool
SHX — surgical history
PREOP — Preoperative
EDRF — endothelium-derived relaxing factor or factors
MSBOS — Maximum Surgical Blood Order Schedule
GGS — Gastrografin swallow
NST — Non-Stress Test
CUSTDN — Custodian
MOD — moderate dysplasia
PVS — Persistent Vegetative State
UCRP — University of California Retirement Plan
WS — water-soluble
CMACE — Centre for Maternal and Child Enquiries
FFP — fresh frozen plasma
FTA — Fluorescent Treponemal Antibodies
DCR — Dacryocystorhinostomy
5-HT — 5-hydroxytryptamine, that is, serotonin
HMD — Hyaline Membrane Disease
IVUS — Intravascular Ultrasound
TYR — Tyrosine (Amino Acid)
GERD — Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease
GA — general anaesthetic
T3 — Triiodothyronine
MB CHB — Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
FEIN — Federal Employer Identification Number
EHEC — Enterohemorrhagic Escherichia Coli
BR — Bed Rest
CSF — colony stimulating factor
CPDA — Citrate Phosphate Dextrose Adenine
GPI — globus pallidus interna
TBSE — Total Body Skin Examination
IRT — Immunoreactive trypsin
HGH — human growth hormone
X/52 — x number of weeks
@ — each

TIN — Tubulointerstitial Nephritis
NOMI — Nonocclusive Mesenteric Ischemia
PR — Prothrombin Ratio
2° — secondary
AK — Above Knee
FPR — False Positive Rate
ULN — upper limit of normal
RIMA — Reversible Inhibitor of Monoamine Oxidase Type a
PIE — Period of Initial Eligibility
XE — Xenon
HRT — Hormone Replacement Therapy (man-made drugs used to ease the symptoms of menopause)
CYS — Cysteine
ABC — Abacavir
AECG — ambulatory electrocardiography
GERI — Geriatrics
RGPG — Retrograde Pyelogram
TR — Tricuspid Regurgitation
SEC — seconds
PEG — Pneumoencephalogram
FERPA — Federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
HAV — Hepatitis A Virus
GBS — Guillain–Barré syndrome
PI — Present Illness
STS — Serological Test for Syphilis
FB — Foreign Body
FNAC — fine-needle aspiration cytology
= — Equals" or "Complete Transformation
UIH — University of Illinois Hospital
PD — Postural Drainage
PTU — Propylthiouracil
HVLT — high-velocity lead therapy
WPW — Wolff–Parkinson–White syndrome
Δ — diagnosis;
HBIG — Hepatitis B Immune Globulin
CX — Cervix
ACCU — Acute Coronary Care Unit
MCTD — Mixed Connective Tissue Disease
MGN — Membranous Glomerulonephritis
SPF — Sun Protection Factor (how sunscreen lotion is rated)
V/Q — Ventilation/Perfusion
PAPP-A — Pregnancy-Associated Plasma Protein A
NWB — non-weight bearing
LSA — lichen sclerosus et atrophieus
PSC — Posterior Subcapsular Cataract
HPV — Human Papilloma Virus
SSSI — Skin and Skin Structure Infection
SFA — Superficial Femoral Artery
NEAP — Net Endogenous Acid Production
FLK — funny-looking kid
MOM — multiples of the median

5HTP — five hydroxy tryptophan
GHRH — Growth Hormone-Releasing Hormone
MSAFP — Maternal Serum Alpha-Fetoprotein
PACU — Post Anesthesia Care Unit
HEP — hepatitis
HIS — Histidine
BLS — Basic life support
RVF — Right Ventricular Failure
MS — Morphine Sulphate
BSAP — Bone-Specific Alkaline Phosphatase
PROMO — Promotional material
SER — Serine
VAS — visual analog scales
X/12 — x number of months
KUB — Kidney Ureters Bladder
O.U. — both eyes
UBT — Urea Breath Test
APO — Acute Pulmonary Oedema
PACG — Primary Angle Closure Glaucoma
NDC — National Drug Code
HONK — HyperOsmolar Non-Ketotic
BD — bis di twice daily
IGD — Immunoglobulin D
DIA — Digital Image Analysis
BL TY — blood type
# — gauge
NOCT — night
HCG — human chorionic gonadotrophin
CPT — Chest Physical Therapy
ASSN — Association
PPI — Proton Pump Inhibitor
A-T — ataxia-telangiectasia
BRAO — Branch Retinal Artery Occlusion
RR — Recovery Room
FRSH — Fellow Royal Society of Health
BCPS — Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist
GB — Gallbladder
FES04 — iron sulfate
ELECT — Electric
CMV — controlled mechanical ventilation
RUE — Right Upper Extremity
ANC — absolute neutrophils count
KOH — potassium hydroxide
MFCPU — multifocal choroiditis with panuveitis
GLN — Glutamine
GM — Gram
PPH — Procedure for Prolapse and Hemorrhoids
TBT — Tracheal bronchial toilet
PDR — Physician’s Desk Reference
PTC — Pseudotumor Cerebri

LVPO — Low Value Purchase Order
CT SCAN — computer-assisted tomography
KUB — Kidney, Urether and Bladder
G6PD — Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase
IPMN — Intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasm
L/S RATIO — lecithin to sphingomyelin ratio
FC — foley catheter
F — Female
ODC — Ornithine Decarboxylase
INF(-α/-β/-γ) — interferons -α/-β/-γ
VP — Ventricular Peritoneal
AIO — Ambulance Incident Officer
CKMB — creatinine kinase myocardial band
CPC — Clinical Pathological Conference
OM — omni mane (every morning)
ANTR — asymmetrical tonic neck reflex
FDIU — Fetal Demise in Utero
COLL — COLLege
PAP — Papanicolaou test (pap smear)
EENT — eyes ears nose and throat
LM — left main coronary artery
PRO — Professional
ESWL — Extracorporeal Shockwave Lithotripsy
GTD — Gestational Trophoblastic Disease
IND — Industry
JVD — Jugular Venous Distension
BS — breath sound
NCP — Nursing Care Plan
VOS — Vision Left Eye
CTAP — CT during arterial portography
ABE — Acute Bacterial Endocarditis
ECE — Electrical & Computer Engineering
CVID — Common Variable Immunodeficiency Disorders
PNS — Peripheral Nervous Systems
ITP — idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
BDI — Beck Depression Inventory
LBO — Large Bowel Obstruction
PMP — Pseudomyxoma Peritonei
LAR — Legally Acceptable Representative
MCAD — Medium-Chain Acyl-CoA Dehydrogenase
ICT — Inflammation of Connective Tissue
EXC — Excision
NSTEMI — non ST Segment Myocardial Infarction
PX — Pneumothorax
HADS — Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale
FTA-ABS — Fluorescent Treponemal Antibody Absorption Test
ESPP — Extended Studies and Public Programs
FRCGP — Fellow Royal College of General Practitioners
TME — Total Mesorectal Excision
TGF — Tumor Growth Factor

EXP LAP — exploratory laparotomy
IIPP — Injury & Illness Prevention Program
PPD — Packs Per Day
ECON — Economics
WKR — WORKER
LGIB — lower gastrointestinal tract bleeding
BS MB — Bachelor of Surgery and Bachelor of Medicine
ERT — Enzyme Replacement Therapy
TEM — Transmission Electron Microscope
HBF — fetal hemoglobin
BTP — Breakthrough Pain
PNB — Pulseless Not Breathing
AIHD — artificial insemination by pooled husband and donor semen
HSV — Highly Selective Vagotomy
HFRS — Hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome
PLIF — Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion
MAR — Marine
CLARE — Contact lens acute red eye
HOOF — Home Oxygen Order Forms
INS — Insurance
RT — Respiratory Technician
P — Post
HT — Hypertension
IMB — intermenstrual bleed
CAP — Capsule
NEO — New Employee Orientation
VUR — Vesicoureteral Reflux
ASO — antistreptolysin o
RCT — randomized controlled trial
CSII — Continuous Subcutaneous Insulin Infusion
DIC — disseminated intravascular clotting syndrome
NNBT — Nelson Baker tube
MRCP — Magnetic Resonance Cholangiopancreatography
BM — Bone Marrow
LIJ — Left Internal Jugular
HGV — Hepatitis G Virus
TNTC — Too Numerous To Mention
PR — by rectum
VRE — vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus faecium
RLL — right lower lobe (lung)
H&H — Hemoglobin and Hematocrit
VIS — Visual
MUPS — Medically Unexplained Physical Symptoms (healthcare; aka Medically Unexplained Symptoms)
PHQ — Patient Health Questionnaire
V — Vent
NV — near vision
CADASIL — Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy
ASIA — American Spinal Injury Association
ICD — Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator
SR — Superior Rectus (eye muscle)

PATHO — Pathology
CAT — Computed Axial Tomography
MVC — Motor Vehicle Crash
A&P — assessment and plans
OB — obstetrics
AHF — Antihemophilic Factor
BPPV — benign paroxysmal positional vertigo
CABP — coronary artery bypass procedure
PND — Postnasal Drip
DMT — Dimethyltryptamine
K — cornea
UCRS — University of California Retirement System
VPAP — Variable Positive Airway Pressure
PPT — Precipitate
HFO — High Frequency Oscillator
SBRT — Stereostatic Body Radiation Therapy
T&H — type and hold
SERT — Serotonin Transporter Protein
EDV — End-Diastolic Volume
PROG — Prognosis
CSE — Computer Science & Engineering
PML — Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy
MIRECC — Mental Illness Research, Education, and Clinical Center
MIO — Medical Incident Officer
/S — without
IFOPAL — Index, Fund Organization, Program, Account, Location
START — Screening Tool to Alert doctors to Right Treatment
CERT — Center for Environmental Research and Training
LTK — Laser Thermal Keratoplasty
NVDC — nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation
D/L — dislocation
CFR — Case Fatality Rate
DPM — Diploma in Psychological Medicine
A&P — anterior posterior
NATHNAC — National Travel Health Network and Centre
DIPERTE — diphtheria-pertussis-tetanus
DXR — Digital X-Ray Radiogrammetry
HHO2 — high humidity oxygen
OHC — Occupational Health Center
CABA — Complaints Of
ZOOL — Zoology
TGA — transposition of the great arteries
LUTS — lower urinary tract symptoms
HVA — homovanillic acid
ACMS — Academic Computing and Media Services
VIT — Vitreous
RMR — right medial rectus
PTD — Permanent Total Disability
AAF — African American Female
TRANSLTR — Translator Supercomputer

MET — Methionine
TPR — temperature pulse respiratory
MAOIS — Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors
LY — lymphocytes
LTG — Long Term Goal
LOD — Laparoscopic Ovarian Drilling
XRT — external radiation therapy
CYTOTECH — Cytotechnology
AHT — antihyaluronic acid test
UIPD — University of Illinois Police Department
SFA — Serum Folic Acid
EPEC — Enteropathogenic Escherichia Coli
OSTEO — Osteomyelitis
PTHRP — Parathyroid Hormone-Related Protein
LOF — Leakage of Fluid
CDFG — California Department of Fish and Game's
PPTL — Postoperative Postpartum Tubal Ligation
ORSA — Oxacillin-resistant Staphylococcus Aureus - Operations Research Society Of America
ID — Intradermal
CES — Cauda Equina Syndrome
TTP — Thrombotic Thrombocytopenia Purpura
WK — Weak
O — objective
FHT — fetal heart tone
WM — White Male
PNV — prenatal vitamin
TV — Tidal Volume
CM — Centimetre
CCR — California Code of Regulations
CCP — Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide
HIDA — Hepatobiliary Imino-Diacetic Acid
T — Threonine (amino acid)
TAH-BSO — total abdominal hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy
MM HG — millimetre of mercury
HACEK — acronym for a group of bacteria that are a frequent cause of endocarditis in children
POS — Positively Outrageous Service
N/S — normal saline
AGRC — Academic Geriatric Resource Center
BRAT — The BRAT diet: bananas, rice, applesauce, (dry) toast
FPB — Flexor Pollicis Brevis
FRCS — Fellow Royal College of Surgeons
PLCMT — Placement
Q.O.D. — every other day
PDE — Phosphodiesterase
HFMD — Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease
ABD — abduction
SURG — Surgeon
TP — Tuberculin Precipitation
HAI — Hepatic Arterial Infusion
DOZ — Dozen

NNICU — Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
PPV — Positive Pressure Ventilation
BCG — Bacille Calmette-Guerine
NSTEMI — non-ST segment elevation myocardial infarction
SPECT — Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography Technique
RCR — Rotator Cuff Repair
IBS — Irritable Bowel Syndrome
SOL — Solutions in Organisations Linkup
POP — Plaster of Paris
STS — Shipboard Technical Support
NK CELLS — natural killer cells
BNF — British National Formulary
LS — Lumbosacral
ISH — Isolated Systolic Hypertension
SAED — SemiAutomatic External Defibrillator
AIIRB — angiotensin II receptor antagonist
WWI — Walking While Intoxicated (and Fell Over)
CLN NUTRIT — Clinical Nutrition
ODC — Ornithine Decarboxylase Constitutive
MSDU — medical surgical day unit
FPM — Family and Preventive Medicine
DVT — Deep Venous Thrombosis
BILAT EQ — bilaterally equal
ASOT — antistreptolysin-O titre
MTCT — mother-to-child transmission
SI — Sector Iridectomy
CS — Cesarean Section
ATB — According to antibiotic
PDD — Pervasive Development Disorder
BBB L — left bundle branch block
ON — every night
NC — nasal cannula
ZIFT — Zygote Intrafallopian Transfer
HIB — Haemophilus Influenzae Type B
MUP — melanoma of unknown primary source
EAEC — enteroadhesive Escherichia coli
RAD — Right Axis Deviation
FRCR — Fellow, Royal College of Radiologists
AIR — Anterior Interval Release
GRAV I — gravidity = 1
ICSI — Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection
AUX — Auxilliary
CR — centric relation
AQ — Autism Quotient