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DEX — (DXT) Blood Sugar
A&OX4 — alert and oriented, times 4
CPR — Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
CF — Cystic Fibrosis
CRIT — hematoCRIT
CEIOL — Cataract extraction with intraocular lens placement
A&OX3 — alert and oriented, times 3
FTNVD — full term normal vaginal delivery
MCGTT — microdrop
BMBX — Bone marrow biopsy
H/H OR H&H — hemoglobin and hematocrit
HEENT — head, ear, eyes, nose, throat
AAT — Activity As Tolerated
HIV — Human Immunodeficiency Virus I
A FIB — atrial fibrillation
COPD — Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
ELLSCS — elective lower segment caesarean section
EMLSCS — emergency lower segment Caesarean section
AF — Atrial Fibrillation
CHF — Congestive Heart Failure
DM — Diabetes mellitus
A1C — glycosylated hemoglobin
FMLA — Family Medical Leave Act
PTBD — Percutaneous Transhepatic Biliary Drainage
SMA-6 — six-channel serum multiple analysis
ADHD — Attention Deficiti Hyperactivity Disorder
NSVD — Normal Spontaneous Vaginal Delivery
ECG — Electrocardiogram
AMB — Ambulate
CT — Computed Tomography
ESRD — End Stage Renal Disease (US Federal Program)
ESM — Ejection Systolic Murmur
THR — Total Hip Replacement
V-TACH — Ventricular Tachycardia
ASC-H — atypical squamous cells – cannot exclude HSIL
PRN — ''pro re nata'' (Latin, "for the emergency", "as needed")
ADLS — Activities of Daily Living Scale
TIB-FIB — tibia and fibula
X-MATCH — crossmatch
Q12H — Every 12 Hours
T.S.T.H. — too sick to send home
VDRF — Ventilator-Dependent Respiratory Failure
SITREP — Situation Report
INSTR — Instruct
RSV — Respiratory Syncytial Virus
HIPAA — Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996
CAOX4 — Conscious
CNA — Certified Nursing Assistant
Mφ — macrophage
IQ — Intelligence Quotient

R/G/M — rubs/gallops/murmurs
AMI — acute myocardial infarction
LCX — Left Circumflex Artery
EMBX — endometrial biopsy
V-FIB — Ventricular Fibrillation
G-B SYN — Guillain-Barre syndrome
N&V — Nausea & Vomiting
IOP — intra-orifice pressure
DIC — disseminated intravascular coagulation
PCIOL — Posterior Chamber Intraocular Lens
ADMTG — Admitting
IVSS — intravenous soluset
SAPS II — simplified acute physiology score
AFO — Ankle-Foot Orthosis
FEV — Forced Expiratory Volume (measure Of Lung Function)
ACTH — Adrenocorticotropic Hormone
NT-PROBNP — N-terminal pro-B-type natriuretic peptide
DOB — Date Of Birth
CBI — Continuous Bladder Irrigation
UAO — Upper Airway Obstruction
IX — Investigation
CVA — Cerebrovascular Accident
C-SSRS — Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale
AAOX3 — awake, alert, and oriented, times 3
GPL — George Palade Laboratories
PERRLA — pupils equal, round, reactive to light and accommodation
U&E — urea and electrolytes (blood test)
AS — Aortic Stenosis
BAL — Bronchoalveolar Lavage
ASD — Atrial Septal Defect
SMA-7 — serum metabolic assay
AA — Ascorbic Acid
ASPECTS — Alberta Stroke Program Early CT Score
FISH — Fluorescence In Situ Hybridization
AAS — Atomic Absorbance Spectrophotometry
PREME — premature infant
PRA — Panel Reactive Antibody (blood testing)
IPPV — Intermittent Positive Pressure Ventilation
KIV — Keep In View
IV — Intravenous
BRBPR — Bright Red Blood Per Rectum
NISS — New Injury Severity Score
CABG — Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
ADH — Antidiuretic Hormone
RR — blood pressure measured with a specific sphygmomanometer
OHTN — ocular hypertension
CTA — Clear To Auscultation (medical; lungs)
ASAP — As Soon As Possible (pronounced AY-sap)
EVD — External Ventricular Drain
TCDB — Turn, Cough, Deep Breathe

HCO3 — Bicarbonate
CO2 — Carbon Dioxide
WRD — word
LD50 — Lethal Dose 50 (median concentration of a toxicant that will kill 50% of the test animals within a designated period)
DICVP — Diplomat, International College of Veterinary Pharmacy
TUIP — Transurethral incision of the prostate
PPX — Prophylaxis
JVD — Jugular Venous Distention
UTI — Urinary Tract Infection
ADLS — Activities of Daily Living
CJD — Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease
RAST — Radioallergosorbent Test (immunoassay)
HLD — Hyperlipidemia
D BIL — direct bilirubin
FAMMM SYNDROME — familial atypical multiple mole melanoma syndrome
H/A — Headache
TBC — Total Body Crunch: Multiple Injuries
ABCD — asymmetry, borders, color, diameter
FOOSH — Fall On Outstretched Hand
RFQ — Request For Quotation
EOMI — Extraocular Movements Intact
SSN — Social Security Number
FEN — Fluids, Electrolytes, Nutrition
LMP — Last Menstrual Period
NAAT — Nucleic Acid Amplification Test
HA — Hypertonia arterialis
LMCA — Left Main Coronary Artery
AD — Right Ear
WHO — World Health Organization
REEDA — Redness, Edema, Ecchymosis, Drainage, Approximation
BAER — Brainstem Auditory Evoked Response
PLOV — painless, progressive loss of vision
ASX — Asymptomatic
OPS — Operations
NAD — No Acute Distress
FTND — Full Term Normal Delivery
FIO2 — Fraction of Inspired Oxygen
ME — Medical Examiner
QC — Quality Control
IM — Intramuscular
DCP-CAS — Defined Contribution Plan Casual
EAP — Employee Assistance Program
ECHO — Echocardiogram
PA — Physician Assistant
MEQ — Milliequivalent
AIDS — Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (see also SIDS and HIV)
ANP — Atrial Natriuretic Peptide
B/L — Bilateral
ASA — Acetylsalicylic Acid
EQVR — Electronic Quality Variance Report

CGI — Clinical Global Impression
AHA — Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia
LCD — Liquid Crystal Display
WBAT — Weight Bearing As Tolerated
KELS — Kohlman Evaluation of Living Skills
AFB — Aflatoxin B
CSSD — Central Sterile Supply Department
BA E — barium enema
IPH — Intraparenchymal Hemorrhage
ROSC — Return of Spontaneous Circulation
BMI — Body Mass Index
MG — Magnesium
CMT — Cervical Motion Tenderness
AML — Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
CSF — Cerebrospinal Fluid
MGSO4 — magnesium sulfate
LBBB — Left Bundle Branch Block
SOBOE — Shortness of Breath on Exertion
RVOT — Right Ventricular Outflow Tract
APTT — activated partial thromboplastin
HOTN — Hypotension
DNR — Do Not Resuscitate
GI — Gastrointestinal
RA — Rheumatoid Arthritis
GALT — Gut-Associated Lymphoid Tissue
DDST — Denver Developmental Screening Test
M&IE — Meals and Incidental Expenses
NKHHC — NonKetonic Hyperglycemic-Hyperosmolar Coma
UVJ — Ureterovesical Junction
ASCVD — Arteriosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease
ā — (a with a bar over it) before
LSIL — Low-grade Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion
CVP — Central Venous Pressure
PTA — Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty
CV — Curriculum Vitae
KVO — Keep Vein Open
ARF — Acute Renal Failure
FHR — Fetal Heart Rate
RBC — Red Blood Cell
A — Alanine
PPE — Personal Protective Equipment
CPAP — Continuous Positive Airway Pressure
GSM — Global System for Mobile Communications
IVRS/IWRS — Interactive Voice Response System / Interactive Web Response System
Q6H — Every 6 Hours
Ψ — psychiatry
PSVT — Paroxysmal Supra-Ventricular Tachycardia
STAT — Immediately (from Latin statim)
DREZ — Dorsal Root Entry Zone
HGB — Hemoglobin

D55% — dextrose
NKA — No Known Allergies
HFPSF — heart failure with preserved systolic function
CRRT — Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
BTL — Bilateral Tubal Ligation
PEEP — positive end expiratory pressure
HCG — Human Chorionic Gonadotropin
A FLUT — atrial flutter
Q4H — Every 4 Hours
RSI — Repetitive Strain Injury
CNS — Central Nervous System
PROM — Premature Rupture of Membranes
PJRT — Permanent Junctional Reentrant Tachycardia
TET TOX — tetanus toxoid
J-TUBE — jejunostomy tube
ACL — Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ligament often torn in knee injuries)
ALL — Adult Lymphoblastic Leukemia
TB — Tuberculosis
REG — Regular
PMH — Past Medical History
MMPI — Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory
ADM — Admission
CO — Carbon Monoxide
Q.M.T. — every month
APMPPE — Acute Posterior Multifocal Placoid Pigment Epitheliopathy
LC50 — Lethal Concentration 50
DSW — 5% Dextrose in water
INT — Internal
SIDS — Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
W/O — Without
CKD — Chronic Kidney Disease
GU — Genitourinary
AKA — Also Know As
TIBC — Total Iron Binding Capacity
S/P — Status Post
RBBB — Right Bundle Branch Block
SALT — Skin-Associated Lymphoid Tissue
ER — Emergency Room
BPM — Beats Per Minute
ΔΔ — differential diagnosis
TX — Treatment (medical)
PT — Physical Therapy
ADCC — Antibody-Dependent Cell-Mediated Cytotoxicity
NICU — Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
CAD — Coronary Artery Disease
LVH — Left Ventricular Hypertrophy
MCV — Mean Corpuscular Volume
CIN — Conjunctival Intraepithelial Neoplasia
H-MOLE — hydatidiform mole
PMI — Point of Maximum Impulse

MB BCH — Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
BIBA — Brought In By Ambulance
GR — Grain
BNP — Brain Natriuretic Peptide
LFT — Liver Function Test
MMEDSCI — Master of Medical Science
IRA — Individual Retirement Account
AER — auditory-evoked response
NP — Nurse Practitioner
CHE — Cholinesterase
LDH — Lactate dehydrogenase
D — Day
HD — High Density
SBO — Small Bowel Obstruction
H — Hour
DMARD — disease-modifying antirheumatic drug
D DAVP — desamino D-argihine vasopressin
MC&S — microscopy, culture, and sensitivity
LOL — Little Old Lady
ADR — Adverse Drug Reaction
HGSIL — High-grade Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion
LAHB — Left Anterior Hemiblock
AMP — Ampere
POST — Posterior
CVAT — Costovertebral Angle Tenderness
NGTD — Negative to Date
PVD — Peripheral Vascular Disease
C/W — Consistent With
DBP — Diastolic Blood Pressure
SBFT — Small Bowel Follow Through
CR — Creatinine
AP — Accounts Payable
ORIF — Open Reduction Internal Fixation
OSA — Obstructive Sleep Apnea
LTCS — Low Transverse Cesarean Section
CA — Calcium
CBC — Complete Blood Count
X-AFP — extended alpha-fetoprotein
ACS — American Cancer Society
RFP — Request For Proposal
CGA — Contact Guard Assist
BOOP — Bronchiolitis Obliterans Organizing Pneumonia
TKVO — To Keep Vein Open
ICU — Intensive Care Unit
ITIN — Individual Taxpayer Identification Number
DRG — Diagnosis Related Group
GH — Growth Hormone
AMA — Against Medical Advice
MN — Midnight
BBT — Basal Body Temperature

SVD — Spontaneous Vaginal Delivery
DLCO — diffusing capacity of the lung for carbon monoxide
CC — Chief Complaint
A-NVH — asymptomatic non-visible haematuria
LVSWI — Left Ventricular Stroke Work Index
C-SECTION — cesarean section
AAA — abdominal aortic aneurysm
AFE — Amniotic Fluid Embolism
CST — Contraction Stress Test
NABS — Normoactive Bowel Sounds
OTC — Over The Counter (medications not requiring a prescription)
ARDS — Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
GITS — Gastrointestinal therapeutic system
NPH — Neutral Protamine Hagedorn (Insulin)
ADA — Adenosine Deaminase
CDI — Clostridium Difficile Infection
FWB — Full Weight Bearing
X/40 — x number of weeks of pregnancy
TIA — Transient Ischemic Attack
OD — Overdraft
ECC — Endocervical Curettage
BPRS — Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale
FX — Fracture
DX — Diagnosis
MRI — Magnetic Resonance Imaging
CMML — Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
CO — Cardiac Output
DIP — Distal Interphalangeal Predominant
ACLS — Advanced Cardiac Life Support
ANA — Antinuclear Antibody
LUS — Lower Uterine Segment
BP — Blood Pressure
K CAL — kilocalorie
DCF — Data Clarification Form
ACT-D — actinomycin-D
PDF — Portable Document Format (created by Adobe Acrobat)
PERRLAC — Pupils Equal, Round, Reactive to Light and Accommodation Consensually
LGL — Lown-Ganong-Levine Syndrome
PPM — parts per million
CPD — Cephalopelvic Disproportion
RDS — Respiratory Distress Syndrome
OPD — Outpatient Department
SIRS — Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome
H202 — hydrogen peroxide
DKA — Diabetic Ketoacidosis
VATS — Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery
ECF — Extracellular Fluid
NPC — Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma
NBT — Nitroblue tetrazolium (assay)
HNP — Herniated Nucleus Pulposus

OB-GYNE — obstetrics and gynecology
APSGN — Acute Poststreptococcal Glomerulonephritis
NJT — Nasojejunal Tube
NB — Newborn
DME — Durable Medical Equipment
QS — every shift
APPT — Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time
ADLS — Activities of Daily Living Speech
AB — Asthmatic Bronchitis
UGI — Upper Gastrointestinal
AM — Ante Meridian
XRT — Radiotherapy
CCU — Coronary Care Unit
OR — Operating Room
OHSP — Occupational Health and Safety Program
LAH — Left Anterior Hemiblock
BMR — Basal Metabolic Rate
LGSIL — Low-Grade Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion
ANTI-U1-RNP — anti-U1-ribonucleoprotein
HMO — Health Maintenance Organization
GGT — Gamma Glutamyl Transferase
ESR — Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate
SD — Standard Deviation
QS — Quantity Sufficient
IVP — Intravenous Pyelogram
GSW — GunShot Wound
FA — Fatty Acid
CASPO — Climate, Atmospheric Science and Physical Oceanography
TNF — Tumor Necrosis Factor
ED — Emergency Department
ACH — Acetylcholine
HOLEP — Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate
ATN — Acute Tubular Necrosis
TBS — Tablespoon
BPD — Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia
IVC — Inferior Vena Cava
MVP — Mitral Valve Prolapse
NKDA — No Known Durg Allergies
CAG — Coronary Angiography
H→S — heel-to-shin test
DHTR — Delayed Hemolytic Transfusion Reaction
IGT — Impaired Glucose Tolerance
EMG — Electromyogram
SYS — System
GPA — Grade Point Average
BUN — Blood Urea Nitrogen
OT — Occupational Therapy
BRP — Bathroom Privileges
NO — Nitric Oxide
IUP — Intrauterine Pregnancy

B II — Billroth II gastrectomy
CTS — Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
SVR — Systemic Vascular Resistance
KG — Kilogram
TPA — Tissue Plasminogen Activator
ETOH — Ethanol
SAPS III — simplified acute physiology score
NM — Nanometer
RAADP — Routine Antenatal Anti-D Prophylaxis
MEDLINE — Medical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System Online
TLC — Total Lung Capacity
RIF — Right Iliac Fossa Pain
DOA — dead on arrival
IRDS — Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome
TPA — Third Party Administrator
C-SPINE — Spine, Cervical
CBD — Common Bile Duct
ASCAD — Arteriosclerotic Coronary Artery Disease
WCC — White Cell Count
HCL — Hydrochloric Acid
R — Right
C1-INH — C1-inhibitor antigenic protein
IRB/IEC — Institutional Review Board / Independent Ethics Committee
ECM — Extracellular Matrix
BMA — British Medical Association
VIN — Vulvar Intraepithelial Neoplasia
UC — Ulcerative Colitis
DJD — Degenerative Joint Disease
AEC — Atomic Energy Commission (superseded by ERDA)
CBG — Capillary Blood Gas
APB — Abductor Pollicis Brevis
SIADH — Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone
RRR — Regular Rate and Rhythm
AODM — Adult-Onset Diabetes Mellitus
DCCV — Direct Current Cardioversion
PSA — Prostate-Specific Antigen
INST — Institute
SSRI — Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor
ADL — activity of daily living
RUQ — Right Upper Quadrant
ASHD — Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease
CRO — Contract Research Organization
ALT — Alanine Aminotransferase
CGD — Chronic Granulomatous Disease
RCA — Root Cause Analysis
CBG — Corticosteroid Binding Globulin
LABBB — Left Anterior Bundle Branch Block
BS — Blood Sugar
LAB — Laboratory
PCR — Polymerase Chain Reaction

RTA — Renal Tubular Acidosis
INH — Isoniazid
DA — Dopamine
TV — Television
DPL — Diagnostic Peritoneal Lavage
IPM — Integrated Pest Management
AAFB — acid-alcohol fast bacilli
SGT — Sergeant
POA — Power Of Attorney
VSD — Ventricular Septal Defect
DSG — Dressing
BALT — Bronchus-Associated Lymphoid Tissue
SUPP — suppository
Q.WK. — weekly
AICD — Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator
ALP — Alkaline Phosphatase
IRB — Institutional Review Board
OU — Oculus Uterque (Both Eyes Together)
AFP — Alpha Fetoprotein
HA5 — 5% homatropine
NIPPV — Nasal Intermittent Positive Pressure Ventilation
SDTI — Suspected Deep Tissue Injury
FTSG — Full Thickness Skin Graft
PIO — Public Information Office
STH — Somatotropic Hormone
CMV — Cytomegalovirus
RM — Room
TRP — Tryptophan
ADA — Americans With Disabilities Act Of 1990 (Text Of ADA Legislation)
HOCM — Hypertrophic Obstructive Cardiomyopathy
CHG — Change
MED — Medical
TPN — Total Parenteral Nutrition
WDL — Within Defined Limits
TAH — Total Abdominal Hysterectomy
LAP — Left Atrial Pressure
EDC — Estimated Date of Confinement
VSS — Vital Signs Stable
P — Pressure
D LOCKER — Diving Locker
QT — Quart
AAD — Antibiotic-Associated Diarrhea
PCWP — Pulmonary Capillary Wedge Pressure
BSL — Biosafety Level
CPE — Clostridium Perfringens Enterotoxin
TBC — Tuberculosis
CHD — Coronary Heart Disease
IHD — Ischemic Heart Disease
PCV — Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine
AGA — appropriate for gestational age

CCB — Calcium Channel Blocker
D5/5 — 5% Dextrose in water
FDP — Federal Demonstration Partnership
AG — Antigen
DI — Diabetes Insipidus
RN — Registered Nurse
A.H. — every other hour
MVO2 — Myocardial Oxygen Consumption
A&P — Auscultation and Percussion
PVR — Pulmonary Vascular Resistance
NSS — Normal Saline Solution
ALK PHOS — Alkaline Phosphatase
EF — Ejection Fraction
COX-3 — cyclooxygenase 3
COTA — Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
TKA — Total Knee Arthroplasty
AST — Aspartate Aminotransferase
L — Liter
GCS — Glasgow Coma Scale
EPL — Extensor Pollicis Longus
W — White
OP — Office of the President
DEXA — Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry
CRF — Case Report Form
BX — Biopsy
Σ — sigmoidoscopy
HPF — High-Power Field
GAD — Generalized Anxiety Disorder
HCT — Hematocrit
M — Male
PEA — Pulseless Electrical Activity
CR — Chromium
HACCP — Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point
HHD — Hypertensive Heart Disease
PCI — Percutaneous Coronary Intervention
ABP — Arterial Blood Pressure
CAP — Community Acquired Pneumonia
MCI — Mild Cognitive Impairment
CVD — Cardiovascular Disease
AFB — ACID FAST BACILLI
EMD — Electromechanical Dissociation
RHD — Rheumatic Heart Disease
DNA — Deoxyribose Nucleic Acid
GOAT — Galveston Orientation and Amnesia Test
SLP — Speech Language Pathologist
L&D — Labor and Delivery
P — Pulse
PMA — Progressive Muscular Atrophy
ROM — Range Of Motion
RIH — Right Inguinal Hernia

PWB — Partial Weight Bearing
RDT — Rapid Diagnostic Test
RCA — Right Coronary Artery
NSAID — Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
DRE — Digital Rectal Examination
FTE — Full Time Equivalent
MOL — Mole
PVA — Polyvinyl Alcohol
SCR — Serum Creatinine
LAT — Lateral
RIS — Radiology Information System
SBP — Systolic Blood Pressure
DSRNA — double-stranded RNA
DL — Deciliter
CH — Chronic Hepatitis
OPV — Oral Polio Vaccine
BMD — Bone Mineral Density
Q.I.D — Four times a day
ASN — Asparagine
A — Artery
RPE — Retinal Pigment Epithelium
MICU — Medical Intensive Care Unit
APACHE II — Acute Physiology and Chronic Health Evaluation II
GP — General Practitioner
NSF — National Sanitation Foundation
TLS — Transport Layer Security
SGPT — Serum Glutamic Pyruvic Transaminase
AMP — Adenosine Monophosphate
RVSP — Right Ventricular Systolic Pressure
IT — Intrathecal
Q.O.H. — every other hour
H/OPI — history of the present illness
MALT — Mucosa-Associated Lymphoid Tissue
AHA — American Hospital Association
FBC — Full Blood Count
TCA — Tricyclic Antidepressant
SSE — Soap Suds Enema
S-NVH — symptomatic non-visible haematuria
ABR — Auditory Brainstem Response
NYHA — New York Heart Association
CRT — Capillary Refill Time
HVPG — Hepatic Venous Pressure Gradient
D5W — 5% dextrose/water
DDX — Differential Diagnosis
HBEAG — hepatitis B e antigen
HBD — Has Been Drinking
EXEC — Executive
MPV — Mean Platelet Volume
FVD — Fluid Volume Deficit
CTO — Chronic Total Occlusion

CA — Carcinoma
D/C — Discontinue
T&A — Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
PTH — Parathyroid Hormone
NACL — Sodium Chloride
HI — Homicidal Ideation
ARG — Arginine
LA/AO — left atrial/aortic
O — [ō—letter o with overbar]
NCEP — National Cholesterol Education Program
EPO — Erythropoietin
QUAL — Quality
RVH — Right Ventricular Hypertrophy
SX — Surgery
BSA — Body Surface Area
VAD — Ventricular Assist Device
KCL — Potassium Chloride
≠ — not equal
AF — afebrile
PE — Physical Education
EBV — Epstein-Barr virus
PAC — Premature Atrial Contraction
IVDU — Intravenous Drug Use
ATB — antibiotic
MSLT — Multiple Sleep Latency Test
MAOI — Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor
OBS — Organic Brain Syndrome
NADP — Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide Phosphate
GARS — Gait Abnormality Rating Scale
CML — Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
AX — Axis
GXT — graded exercise test
SH — Social History
SBE — Subacute Bacterial Endocarditis
AMT — Amount
LVOT — Left Ventricular Outflow Tract
PE — Pulmonary Embolism
ACEI — angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor
FU — Follow-Up
MVA — Motor Vehicle Accident
CYN — Canyon
NCV — Nerve Conduction Velocity
HLA — Human Leukocyte Antigen
CC — Cardiac Catheterization
UDS — Urine Drug Screen
RX — Treatment
CONT — Continue
ABI — Acquired Brain Injury
SVC — Service
SXA — Single Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry

SVT — Supraventricular Tachycardia
EIA — Enzyme ImmunoAssay
AED — Automated external defibrillator
AFL — Atrial Flutter
IPD — Intermittent Peritoneal Dialysis
AVR — Aortic Valve Replacement
E — Epinephrine
PEPSE — post-exposure prophylaxis after sexual exposure
AHTR — Acute Hemolytic Transfusion Reaction
AVF — Arteriovenous Fistula
PT — Prothrombin Time
CBS — Capillary Blood Sugar
WMA — World Medical Association
PAD — Peripheral Artery Disease
V&P — vagotomy and pyloroplasty
D&C — Dilatation and Curettage
ML — milliliter; 1/1000 liter
AI — Aortic Insufficiency
NSR — Normal Sinus Rhythm
AP — Auscultation and Percussion
ASGUS — atypical squamous glandular cells of undetermined significance
NL — Normal
BE — Barium Enema
EOD — Every Other Day
URTI — Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
MT — Mountain
FNHTR — Febrile Non-Hemolytic Transfusion Reaction
CL — Clearance
MIC — Minimum Inhibitory Concentration
HB% — hemoglobin concentration in gram per deciliter
PVC — Premature Ventricular Contraction
SCI — Science
HDN — hemolytic disease of the newborn
MGUS — Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
H — Hydrogen
SAH — Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
UR — Utilization Review
RIND — Reversible Ischemic Neurologic Deficit
SDS — Safety Data Sheet
MSO4 — morphine sulfate
BA — Barium
RAPD — relative afferent pupillary defect
INFO — Information
TSP — Teaspoon
MR — Mental Retardation
QOD — Every Other Day
L-DOPA — levo-dihydroxyphenylalanine
LAR — Low Anterior Resection
CDCR — Conjunctivodacryocystorhinostomy
RDW — Red Cell Distribution Width

LIMA — Left Internal Mammary Artery
PAGE — Polyacrylamide Gel Electrophoresis
I131 — iodine-131
OZ — Ounce
DUB — Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding
PO — By Mouth
BLDG — Building
MPO — Myeloperoxidase
LIF — Left Iliac Fossa
CHEM — Chemistry
PFT — Pulmonary Function Test
ABG — Arterial Blood Gas "Sats"
ASP — Aspartic Acid
CTR — Cardiothoracic ratio
US — Ultrasound
BV — Bacterial Vaginosis
ERT — Estrogen Replacement Therapy
REP — Representative
BD — twice a day
BPD — Biparietal Diameter
HPI — History of Present Illness
OPCAB — Off-Pump Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
HSA — Health Savings Account
SCI — Spinal Cord Injury
AC — Anterior Chamber
FMRI — Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging
DTR — Deep Tendon Reflex
BSO — Bilateral Salpingo-Oophorectomy
DIV — Division
ABD — Abdomen
DO — Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
NA — Not Applicable
BI — Brain Injury
DGO — Diploma in Gynaecology & Obstetrics
AIS — Adenocarcinoma in Situ
HPL — Human Placental Lactogen
MVR — Mitral Valve Replacement
IDMC/DSMB — Independent Data Monitoring Committee / Data and Safety Monitoring Board
STEMI — ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction
CK — Creatine Kinase
FVC — Forced Vital Capacity
ORG — Organization
IVPB — intravenous piggyback
N — Asparagine
DOD — United States Department of Defense
L/S SCAN — liver-spleen scan
WB — Whole Blood
AAPMC — antibiotic-associated pseudomembranous colitis
HB — Hemoglobin
PBC — Primary Biliary Cirrhosis

NRBC — Nucleated Red Blood Cell
SHBG — Sex Hormone Binding Globulin
LVF — Left Ventricular Failure
ASCUS — atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance
QNS — Quantity Not Sufficient
ALL — Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
RAD HYS — radical hysterectomy
PAWP — Pulmonary Artery Wedge Pressure
AML — Acute Myelocytic Leukemia
BUC — buccal
OPR — Operator
IRIDA — inherited iron-refractory iron deficiency anemia
HNPP — Hereditary Neuropathy with Liability to Pressure Palsies
LAP — Leukocyte Alkaline Phosphatase
Q.AM — every day before noon
DEL — Delivery
ER — Estrogen Receptor
RFI — Request For Information. Sales department shorthand. Special priority when use in conjunction with RFN (see below).
PNA — pneumonia
OS — Oculus Sinister
SPEC — Special
LE — Lupus Erythematosus
MAT — Microscopic Agglutination Test
ECU — Extensor Carpi Ulnaris
TNTC — Too Numerous To Count
AVM — Arteriovenous Malformation
ERCP — Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangio Pancreatography
— — negative
SPRM — Selective Progesterone Receptor Modulator
ALI — Acute Lung Injury
PCN — Penicillin
H/O — History of
SDH — Subdural Hematoma
PAP — Pulmonary Artery Pressure
L — Leucine
EBL — Estimated Blood Loss
SUV — Standardized Uptake Value
AHA — American Heart Association
STM — Short Term Memory
FEF25–75 — forced expiratory flow at 25–75% of forced vital capacity
ECC — Emergency Cardiac Care
MAHA — Microangiopathic Hemolytic Anemia
CPT — Current Procedural Terminology
GYN — Gynecology
FOB — Fecal Occult Blood
QA — Center for Quality Assurance in International Education
CNS — Clinical Nurse Specialist
S&O — salpingo-oophorectomy
RT — Reverse Transcription
RPR — Rapid Plasma Reagin

BA — Bachelor of Arts
Y — Tyrosine
PIC — Punctate Inner Choroidopathy
PDC — Professional Development Center
IVIG — intravenous immune globulin
CHOL — Cholesterol
VOL — Volume
DCH — Diploma in Child Health
IRIS — Immune Reconstitution Inflammatory Syndrome
BAC — Blood Alcohol Content
PEG — Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy
GAD — Glutamic Acid Decarboxylase
HSG — Housing
NMFS — National Marine Fisheries Services
ATCC — American Type Culture Collection
A — Adenosine
CL — Contact Lens
TRF — Transfer
MSM — Men who have Sex with Men
ARDS — Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome
CDMA — Code Division Multiple Access (voice/data transmission)
WT — Weight
HAZMAT — Hazardous Material
SCD — Sudden Cardiac Death
ILD — Interstitial Lung Disease
FTT — Failure To Thrive
UE — Upper Extremity
CAPD — Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis
LAD — Left Anterior Descending
VPB — Ventricular Premature Beat
PD — Peritoneal Dialysis
BNI — Bladder Neck Incision
BBS — Bilateral Breath Sounds
HSKPG — Housekeeping
PROM — Passive Range Of Motion
LCR — Ligase Chain Reaction
CCU — Cardiac Care Unit
DRT — Dead Right There. (ODSA) Doctors and nurses shorthand acronym for a patient found dead at the scene.
UTIL — Utilities
SVC — Superior Vena Cava
ALS — Advanced Life Support
CD — Chemical Dependency
BCX — Blood Culture
RTS — Revised Trauma Score
MAE — Moves All Extremities
Q.N. — every night
GTT — Glucose Tolerance Test
SIMV — Synchronized Intermittent Mechanical Ventilation
PDR — Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy
HEMA — hematest – e.g. hema (-)

NAC — N-Acetylcysteine
PMR — Polymyalgia Rheumatica
OSH — Outside Hospital
ADLS — Activities of Daily Living Survey
NA — Not Available
BSE — Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy
NRB — non-rebreather mask
PVD — Posterior Vitreous Detachment
CBC/DIFF — complete blood count/differential
MOM — Milk of Magnesia
PDA — Posterior Descending Artery
ELISA — enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay
O2 — Oxygen
NCAA — National Collegiate Athletic Association
TSS — Toxic Shock Syndrome
BPAD — Bipolar Affective Disorder
HSA — Human Serum Albumin
VBAC — Vaginal Birth After Cesarean
CRF — Chronic Renal Failure
RT — Radiation Therapy
HPN — Home Parenteral Nutrition
QQH — quarta quaque hora (every four hours)
PPLV — pars plana lensectomy and vitrectomy
FEP — Free Erythrocyte Protoporphyrin
ANT — Anterior
TM — Tympanic Membrane
BPP — Biophysical Profile
PCV — packed cell volume (of blood)
FDA — Food Drug Administration
TTE — Transthoracic Echocardiography
ATC — Around The Clock
AD — auris dextra
BMT — Bone Marrow Transplantation
FWD — Forward
NSD — Normal Spontaneous Delivery
PE — Pleural Effusion
LN — Lymph Node
AMA — Advanced Maternal Age
EDAMS — Encephalo-Duro-Arterio-Myo-Synangiosis
SQL — Structured Query Language
RTW — Return To Work
OCP — Oral Contraceptive Pill
MAE — Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
FOBT — Fecal Occult Blood Test
MISC — Miscellaneous
ET — Endotracheal
.1 MCG — 0.1 mcg
PLCY — Policy
VPN — Virtual Private Network (ATM)
LE — Lower Extremity

PG — Postgraduate
HR — Hour
F→N — finger-to-nose test
ACPO — Acute Colonic Pseudo-Obstruction
WF — White Female
CF — Complement Fixation
2.0 MG — 2 mg
ISA — Intrinsic Sympathomimetic Activity
OC&P — ova, cysts and parasites
N — Nitrogen
MI — Myocardial Infarction
IHSS — Idiopathic Hypertrophic Subaortic Stenosis
PAS — Periodic Acid-Schiff
AID — Artificial Insemination Donor
PD — Per Diem
CHD — Congenital Heart Disease
ACT — Artemisinin-Based Combination Therapy
LBP — Low Back Pain
EDC — Electronic Data Capture
DOE — United States Department of Energy (government)
USP — United States Pharmacopeia
PIN — Personal Identification Number
PHP — Partial Hospitalization Program
PALS — Pediatric Advanced Life Support
CIN — Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia
ASAD — Arthroscopic Subacromial Decompression
F/U — Follow-Up
L — Left
SUBCUT — Subcutaneous
EFW — Estimated Fetal Weight
CHR — Chronic
CFTR — Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator
RP — Retinitis Pigmentosa
CCF — Congestive Cardiac Failure
ISS — Injury Severity Score
QAM — quaque die ante meridiem (every day before noon)
LOS — Length of Stay
IG — Immune Globulin
T-AX — temperature, axillary
IVII — IV insulin infusion
ARM — Artificial Rupture of Membranes
CTMS — Clinical Trial Management System
PEF — Peak Expiratory Flow
CPK — Creatine Phosphokinase
MATH — Mathematics
PE — Physical Examination
HX — History
BNO — Bowel Not Open
DLP — dyslipoproteinemia [1]
NICE — National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence

DOT — Directly Observed Therapy
LOC — Loss of Consciousness
SL — Sublingual
LES — Lower Esophageal Sphincter
REV — Review
PTBC — patellar tendon bearing cast
SCID — Severe Combined Immunodeficiency Disorder
ECV — External Cephalic Version
RH — Rhesus factor
POTS — Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome
OP — Outpatient
KI — Potassium Iodide
LAD — Left Axis Deviation-Electrocardiogram
CDI — Central Diabetes Insipidus
UGIB — upper gastrointestinal bleeding
CEA — Carotid Endarterectomy
FL — Fluid
CGMP — Cyclic Guanosine Monophosphate
FDP — Flexor Digitorum Profundus
FNA — Fine-Needle Aspiration
SCD — Sickle Cell Disease
BOM — Bilateral Otitis Media
C&S — Culture and Sensitivity
BAD — Bipolar Affective Disorder
VIP — Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide
PCNSL — primary CNS (central nervous system) lymphoma
SQ — Subcutaneous
GFR — Glomerular Filtration Rate
VIP — Vasoactive Intestinal Polypeptide
LOP — Left Occiput Posterior - Fetal position
ID — Infectious Disease
ATP — Adenosine Triphosphate (reg: 56-65-5)
RPM — Revolutions Per Minute, (Rotations Per Minute)
RAS — Renin-Angiotensin System
SSL — Secure Socket Layer
EGF — Epidermal Growth Factor
REP — Repeat
LVEF — Left Ventricular Ejection Fraction
PEFR — Peak Expiratory Flow Rate (lung Function)
PAP — Positive Airway Pressure
CI — Cardiac Index
EPI — Epinephrine
AVNRT — Atrioventricular Nodal Reentry Tachycardia
PMS — Premenstrual Syndrome
Q.A.D. — every other day
SAB — Spontaneous Abortion
HT — Heights
LP — Lumbar Puncture
D — Distance
I125 — the 125 molecular

GIST — Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
CRI — Chronic Renal Insufficiency
PAF — Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
EMT — Extraordinary Masochistic Tendencies (joke At Expense Of Emergency Medical Technicians)
I&O — Intake & Output
JRA — Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis
PERLA — Pupils Equal and Reactive to Light and Accommodation
LH — Luteinizing Hormone
CCU — Critical Care Unit
OHD — Organic Heart Disease
NFR — Not for Resuscitation
AUD — Audit
H&E — Hematoxylin and Eosin (stain)
CTPA — Computed Tomography Pulmonary Angiogram
PCA — Patient-Controlled Analgesia
HES — Hydroxyethyl Starch
IHC — Immunohistochemistry
CHP — Chemical Hygiene Plan
NPPV — Noninvasive Positive-Pressure Ventilation
GU — Gastric Ulcer
WS — Williams Syndrome
MIS — Minimally Invasive Surgery
MCP — Metacarpophalangeal
MMSE — Mini-Mental Status Examination
LI — Lithium
C/O — Complains Of
LSB — Left Sternal Border
DPF — Dental Practitioners' Formulary
MTX — Methotrexate
FANA — fluorescent antinuclear antibody test
CRCL — Creatinine Clearance
MCHIR — Master of Surgery
PMDD — Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
LG — Large
COA — Chart Of Accounts
AMP — Ampule
I123 — the 123 molecular
OOB — Out of Bed
MAP — Medical Assistance Program
EVAR — Endovascular Aneurysm Repair
IABAD — intra-aortic balloon assist device
HOB — Head of Bed
PBI — Protein Bound Iodine
RUL — Right Upper Lobectomy
MAP — Mean Arterial Pressure
DOI — Date of Injury
FROM — Full Range Of Motion
G6PD — Glucose-6-Phosphate Deficiency
DLBCL — diffuse large B-cell lymphoma
HR — Heart Rate

TUR — Transurethral Resection
E — Ecstasy
GDM — Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
LUE — Left Upper Extremity
EQ — Equipment
TKO — To Keep Open
M — Methionine
LYS — Lysine
OS — Overall Survival
PPH — Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
DFA — Direct Fluorescent Antibody
APE — Acute Pulmonary Embolism
CT — Calcitonin
CS — Cesium
NAD — Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide
CIS — Carcinoma in Situ
GRBAS — Grade, Roughness, Breathy voice, Asthenia and Strain
LOT — Left Occiput Transverse
ICS — Intercostal Space
HBO — Hyperbaric Oxygen
CAPS — Capsule
SOL — Space-Occupying Lesion
PCD — Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia
ISQ — In Status Quo
CK — Check
AS — Arsenic
STSG — Split Thickness Skin Graft
ART — Antiretroviral Therapy (HIV)
HANDL — headache and neurological deficits CSF lymphocytosis
NPO — Nil Per Os
FSH — follicle stimulating hormone
PPROM — Preterm Premature Rupture of Membranes
CDC — Center for Disease Control and Prevention
MOD — Modified
Q — Quaque (Latin: each, every; used in medical prescriptions)
SAAG — serum–ascites albumin gradient
SUPP — Support
SZ — Seizure
THR — Threonine
BSL — Blood Sugar Level
SECY — secretary
TOP — Termination Of Pregnancy
TEE — Transesophageal Echocardiogram
RV — Right Ventricle
AKF — Acute Kidney Failure
CC — Cubic Centimeter
OMB — Office of Management and Budget (U.S.)
LHH — likelihood of being helped or harmed
ROP — Retinopathy Of Prematurity
RD — Registered Dietician

PI — Protease Inhibitor
SIL — Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion
IMT — Intima-Media Thickness
ETT — Endotracheal tube
HZ — cycles per second (hertz)
BRA — Bilateral Renal Agenesis
FMS — Fibromyalgia Syndrome
D/C — Discharge
HIM — Health Information Management
PFO — Patent Foramen Ovale
VET — Veteran
CHO — Carbohydrate
EGFR — Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate
MB BCHIR — Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
NM — Nuclear Medicine
H2O — Water (vapor)
IVF — in vitro fertilization;
PR — Progesterone Receptor
RNP — Ribonucleoprotein
ABVD — Doxorubicin (adriamycin), bleomycin, vinblastine, dacarbazine
IDC — Indirect Costs
EACA — Epsilon-aminocaproic acid
INR — International Normalization Ratio
EMP — Employee
IVU — Intravenous Urogram
TMS — Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
EGD — Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
PDT — Photodynamic Therapy
DR — dram
CP — Chest Pain
HSG — Hysterosalpingogram
S — Serine
SA — Salvation Army
PSYCHT — Psychologist
LUQ — Left Upper Quadrant
TRAP — Tartrate-Resistant Acid Phosphatase
CRS — Congenital Rubella Syndrome
NSE — neuron-specific enolase
NMR — Nuclear Magnetic Resonance
RAP — Right Atrial Pressure
NE — Norepinephrine
PROC — Process
OB-GYN — Obstetrics and gynecology
TD — Tardive Dyskinesia
HF — Heart Failure
ICF — Intermediate Care Facility
CCK-PZ — Cholecystokinin-Pancreozymin
R — Arginine
ECT — ElectroConvulsive Therapy
PE — Pulmonary Edema

UV — Ultraviolet (Light)
BW — Birth Weight
C — Centigrade
GTN — Glyceryl Trinitrate
SAA&HR — Student Affirmative Action & Human Relations
MAS — Meconium Aspiration Syndrome
RAS — Renal Artery Stenosis
A&O — Aware and Oriented
FL — Femur Length
AMPA RECEPTOR — alpha-amino-3-hydroxy-5-methyl-4-isoxazolepropionic acid receptor of the brain
AML — Acute Myeloid Leukemia
AK — Actinic Keratosis
GBM — Glioblastoma Multiforme
PG — Picogram
TLC — Total Lymphocyte Count
OGTT — Oral Glucose Tolerance Test
KOR — keep open rate
CAD — Computer-Aided Detection
BIL — Bilateral
PTL — preterm labor
EUA — Examination Under Anaesthesia
LVEDP — CO)-left ventricular end diastolic pressure
EEE — Eastern Equine Encephalitis
USN — Ultrasonic Nebulizer
BAL — Blood Alcohol Level
5HIAA — five hydroxy indole acetic acid
Q — Glutamine
MIN — Minimum
N/TPCT — North Torrey Pines Court
DIB — Difficulty in Breathing
TKR — Total Knee Replacement
PPD — Purified Protein Derivative
AMA — American Medical Association
ARB — Angiotensin Receptor Blocker
IFG — Impaired Fasting Glycaemia
LAP APPY — laparoscopic appendectomy
TTR — Transthyretin
TBSP — Tablespoon
RATVH — Radical Total Vaginal Hysterectomy
OSA — Office of Student Affairs
HFM — hand, foot and mouth disease
CFS — Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
DIL — Dilute
DTP — diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis vaccine
SVI — Stroke Volume Index
AR — Allergic Rhinitis
FDS — flexor digitorum superficialis
ERG — Electroretinogram
ADJ — Adjunct
R — Roentgen

RHABDO — Rhabdomyolysis
TVT — Tension-free Vaginal Tape
HBP — High Blood Pressure
HPS — Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome
VOD — vision right eye
SAD — Social Anxiety Disorder
PT — Patient
PALS — Patient Advice and Liaison Services
AOM — Acute Otitis Media
MAX — Maximum
CA — Cancer
SOB — Short of breath
RA — Right Atrium
NTD — Neural Tube Defect
MODY — Maturity-Onset Diabetes of the Young
IDM — Infant of Diabetic Mother
ACQ — Acquisition
MDA — Muscular Dystrophy Association
RCN — Royal College of Nursing
VDRL — Venereal Disease Research Laboratory
# — Number
DC — Discharge
BDD — Body Dysmorphic Disorder
NC/AT — Normocephalic/Atraumatic
BCP — Birth Control Pill
GIT — Gastrointestinal Tract
HR — HUMAN RESOURCES
STG — Short Term Goal
EEG — Electro-EncephaloGram
MS — Mitral Stenosis
LA — Left Atrium
NAS — No Added Salt
ICH — Intracranial Hemorrhage
PFC — Persistent Fetal Circulation
LD — Lead
RVEF — Right Ventricular Ejection Fraction
NSTACS — non-ST elevation acute coronary syndrome
NSTEMI — Non-ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction
CVC — Central Venous Catheter
FF — Fat Free
IVP — Intravenous Push
TWE — Tap Water Enema
RTC — Return To Clinic
EPCT — estrogen-progesterone challenge test
MAST — Michigan alcohol screening test
VPA — Valproic Acid
RCC — Renal Cell Carcinoma
VEB — Ventricular Ectopic Beat
BMS — Bare Metal Stent
VC-BA — Vice Chancellor-Business Affairs

ABN — Abnormal
B — Black
PR — Per Rectum
SCD — Sequential Compression Device
IB — Investigator's Brochure
GIFT — Gamete Intrafallopian Transfer
VO — Verbal Order
NPO — Nothing By Mouth
F — Phenylalanine (amino acid)
AC — Area Code
W — Tryptophan
AMO — Advanced Medical Optics, Inc.
LAS — Latin American Studies
IR — Insulin Resistance
PRL — Prolactin
BILI T/D — bilirubin total and direct
OD — Oculus Dexter
HA — Headache
RPT — Report
NPH — Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
PHIL — Philosophy
DEPT — Department
IDA — Iron Deficiency Anemia
MSK — Medullary Sponge Kidney
SCC — Squamous Cell Carcinoma
ACC — Ambulatory Care Center
INC — Incomplete
HIDS — hyper-IgD (and periodic fever) syndrome
SOM — School of Medicine
FHX — Family History
RVSWI — Right Ventricular Stroke Work Index
SS — Social Services
APE — Acute Pulmonary Edema
SMV — Superior Mesenteric Vein
IVH — Intraventricular Hemorrhage
CAT — Cataract
DD — Differential Diagnosis
CHAOS — congenital high upper airway obstruction syndrome
DI-DI — dichromatic diamnionic twins
PPD — Postpartum Depression
NSAID — Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug
AVN — Avascular Necrosis
MCUG — Micturating Cystourethrogram
MD — Doctor of Medicine
XT — Exotropia
BBB — Bundle Branch Block
DCM — Dilated Cardiomyopathy
IUI — Intra-Uterine Insemination
BOA — Born Out of Asepsis
DSP — Digital Signal Processor

NPF — Nurse Prescribers’ Formulary
LAIV — Live Attenuated Influenza Vaccine
RA — Room Air
ESBL — extended spectrum beta-lactamase
EGBUS — external genitalia, Bartholin, urethral & Skene's glands
LLQ — left lower quadrant
ICF — Intracellular Fluid
PIV — peripheral intravenous
PSGN — Post Streptococcal Glomerulonephritis
NGU — nongonococcal urethritis
TKO — to keep (vein) open for IV therapy
ABX — antibiotics
R/T — Related To
IPF — Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
MMK — Marshall–Marchetti–Kranz procedure
IC — Intracardiac
PC — After Meals
TG — Triglyceride
VC-ER — Vice Chancellor-External Relations
RXN — Reaction
SCCA — Squamous Cell Carcinoma
H — Histidine
FLEX — flexion
LVEDV — Left Ventricular End-Diastolic Volume
CCU — Clean Catch Urine
M — Million
TDWB — Touch-Down Weight-Bearing
IDDM — insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus
BE — Base Excess
OM — every morning
AAL — Anterior Axillary Line
#NOF — fracture to the neck of the femur
VGCC — Voltage-Gated Calcium Channel
O/E — On Examination
IH — Infectious Hepatitis
TTO — To Take Out
SUI — Stress Urinary Incontinence
C — with (usually written with a bar on top of the "c")
HDU — High Dependency Unit
VC-RSP — Vice Chancellor-Resource Strategy and Planning
FH — Family History
@ — at
DFMR — daily fetal movement record
HD — Hemodialysis
OCG — Oral CholecystoGram
URI — Upper Respiratory Infection
VNA — Visiting Nurse Association
LYTES — Electrolytes
MDS — Myelodysplastic Syndrome
DDI — Didanosine

LAO — Left Anterior Oblique
ANUG — Acute Necrotizing Ulcerative Gingivitis
NIDDM — Noninsulin Dependent Diabetes Mellitus
CR — Complete Remission
SSH — Secure Shell (Unix program)
QT — cardiac output
VF — Ventricular Fibrillation
DCD — Donation After Cardiac Death
DB HL — decibels hearing loss
RICE — rest, ice, compression, and elevation
HEMA — hydroxy ethyl methacrylate, a material in soft contact lenses
RCGP — Royal College of General Practitioners
PSS — Progressive Systemic Sclerosis
CNM — Certified Nurse Midwifery
CHB — Complete Heart Block
LCV — Leukocytoclastic Vasculitis (acute pustular psoriasis)
ESES — electrical status epilepticus in sleep
ODP — Ocean Drilling Program
PAT — Paroxysmal Atrial Tachycardia
RRR — Relative Risk Reduction
MR — Mitral Regurgitation
ALT — Argon Laser Trabeculoplasty
PHN — Post-Herpetic Neuralgia
SDV — Source Document Verification
PERRL — Pupils Equal, Round, Reactive to Light
ALPS — Autoimmune Lymphoproliferative Syndrome
IVC — Inspiratory Vital Capacity
DC — discontinue
UCSDMC — University of California, San Diego Medical Center
SAE — Serious Adverse Event
OCT — Optical Coherence Tomography
BSS — Balanced Salt Solution
VC-UG AF — Vice Chancellor-Undergraduate Affairs
EAM — External Auditory Meatus
AVG — Average Voltage Gain
GLU — Glutamic Acid
AFIB — Atrial Fibrillation Investigation with Bidisomide
QOF — Quality and Outcomes Framework
NYD — Not Yet Diagnosed
WR — Writer
CV — Color Vision
FACIL D&C — Facilities Design & Construction
ACE — Angiotensin Converting Enzyme
HSC — Health and Social Care
POS — Positive
NOS — Not Otherwise Specified
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.
DPHIL — Doctor of Philosophy
CARDIO — CARDIOLOGY
PTA — Prior To Arrival

DOL — United States Department of Labor
FPL — Flexor Pollicis Longus
CDW — Collision Damage Waiver
BILI — Bilirubin
BRB — Bright Red Blood
HCV — hepatitis C virus
SLN — Sentinel Lymph Node
APPY — Appendectomy
DMSA — Dimercaptosuccinic Acid
MONO-DI — monochorionic-diamniotic twins
FEUREA — fractional excretion of urea
LLL — left lower lobectomy
GASTROE — Gastroenterology
T — Temperature
BEA — Below-Elbow Amputation
O — Observation
R — Respirations
TLA — Three Letter Abbreviation
SSI — Sliding Scale Insulin
NKMA — No Known Medcation Allergies
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
TC — Total Cholesterol
PWP — Pulmonary Wedge Pressure
MAC — Membrane Attack Complex
TURP — Trans-Urethral Resection of the Prostate
RSI — Rapid Sequence Induction
HAART — Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy
NK — Natural Killer
ANDI — Aberrations of Normal Development and Involution
WAT — White Adipose Tissue
RPGN — Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis
SAO2 — Arterial Oxygen Saturation
HL — Hearing Level
GEN — General Motors
SB — Small Bowel
COM — Community
A&W — Alive and Well
OHL — Oral Hairy Leukoplakia
MPGN — Membranoproliferative Glomerulonephritis
RAI — Radioactive Iodine
PDGF — Platelet-Derived Growth Factor
VPI — Velopharyngeal Insufficiency
ADC — AIDS Dementia Complex
SPK — Superficial Punctate Keratitis
STAT — Statistical
CHMP — Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use
EPDS — Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale
ADD — Attention Deficit Disord
ACDF — Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion
APPT — Appointment

RIF — Rifampin
PAN — Polyarteritis Nodosa
BPV — Benign Positional Vertigo
JVP — Jugular Venous Pressure
FET — Frozen Embryo Transfer
LAD — Lymphadenopathy
BMJ — British Medical Journal
AJ — Ankle Jerk
MAIL SVCS — Mail Services
U — University
BO — bowel open
MRM — Modified Radical Mastectomy
SUPT — Superintendent
IC — Immune Complex
OP — Osteoporosis
PKD — Polycystic Kidney Disease
PIVKA-II — protein induced from vitamin K absence
AU — Both Ears
HS-CRP — High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein
HB — Heart Block
APGAR — appearance, pulse, grimace, activity, respiration – used to assess newborns
IF — Immunofluorescence
GN — Glomerulonephritis
NES — Not Elsewhere Specified
LRTI — Lower Respiratory Tract Infection
INV — Inventory
VC-RM&P — Vice Chancellor-Resource Management & Planning
3TC — Lamivudine
BPH — Benign Prostate Hypertrophy
NTG — Nitroglycerin
ROD — resident on duty
PVR — Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy
COMP — Compound
CID — Cervical Immobilization Device
HUS — Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome
EBT — Electron Beam Tomography
HEME — Hemorrhage
RINN — Recommended International Non-proprietary Name
ARB — angiotensin II receptor antagonist
TRISS — Trauma and Injury Severity Score
NIH — NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF HEALTH
RFLP — Restriction Fragment Length Polymorphism
MM — millimolar (millimoles/liter)
UBC — Uniform Building Code
UNG — OINtment
DOL — Day of Life
BBP — Blood-Borne Pathogen
S&S — Signs & Symptoms
UA — Unstable Angina
RLQ — Right Lower Quadrant

CVA — Costovertebral Angle
K — Potassium
MIN — Minute
MTA — Material Transfer Agreement
IVDA — Intravenous Drug Abuse
C — Celsius
FM — Fetal Movement
NNT — Number needed to Treat
MEWDS — Multiple Evanescent White Dot Syndrome
GMP — guanosine monophosphate
CTG — Cardiotocograph
BUS — Business
SVI — Systemic Viral Infection
TX — Therapy (medical)
TT — Thrombin Time
TSE — Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathy
LFTS — Liver Function Test
CT — Count
HSM — Hepatosplenomegaly
RAD — Reactive Airway Disease
PARA — paralysis
LL — Lower Level
PKP — Penetrating Keratoplasty
APLS — Antiphospholipid Syndrome
BGL — Blood Glucose Level
IUGR — Intrauterine Growth Retardation
PDD — Pervasive Developmental Disorder
RFT — Renal Function Test
MPL — Marine Physical Laboratory
RAO — Right Anterior Oblique
AUX — Auxiliary
ABMT — American Board of Medical Toxicology
P&A — Percussion and Auscultation
GCT — Glucose Challenge Test
ALA — Aminolevulinic Acid
FFA — Free Fatty Acids
FBE — Full Blood Examination
MCL — Modified Chest Lead
APC — Antigen-Presenting Cell
ADA — American Dental Association
PID — pelvic inflammatory disease
IUPC — Intrauterine Pressure Catheter
CGN — chronic glomerulonephritis
HHMI — Howard Hughes Medical Institute
TLV — Threshold Limit Value
5-HIAA — 5-hydroxyindoleacetic acid
GA — General Accounting
LDL — Low-Density Lipoprotein (a type of cholesterol)
VPC — Ventricular Premature Contraction
HS — hours of sleep

HASHD — Hypertensive Arteriosclerotic Heart Disease
SCH — School
NCT — Nerve Conduction Test
THA — Total Hip Arthroplasty
NGB — neurogenic bladder
HTN — Hypertension
SVN — Small Volume Nebulizer
DHR — Dihydrorhodamine
ICCE — Intracapsular Cataract Extraction
FCU — Flexor Carpi Ulnaris
AU — Auris unitas
PROF — Professor
HGPRTASE — hypoxanthine-guanine phosphoribosyl transferase
TEC — Transient Erythroblastopenia of Childhood
SID — Semel in die meaning once daily. Only used in veterinary medicine.
OR — Odds Ratio
AR — Accounts Receivable
SA — Sinoatrial
JCAHO — Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations
SEGA — Subependymal Giant Cell Astrocytoma
CRA — Clinical Research Associate
INJ — injection
GOK — God Only Knows
RNA — Ribo Nucleic Acid
VAS — Vibroacoustic Stimulation
TEF — Tracheoesophageal Fistula
FESS — Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
GR — Glucocorticoid Receptor
HYPERAL — hyperalimentation
IPG — Implantable Pulse Generator
BCH — Bachelor of Surgery
GTT — Drop
REHAB — Rehabilitation Evaluation Hall and Baker
ANF — Atrial Natriuretic Factor
NM — Neuromuscular
CA — Carbohydrate Antigen
CAMP — Cyclic Adenosine Monophosphate
LSD — Lysergic Acid Diethylamide
5-FU — 5-Fluorouracil
SOC — Social
QD — quaque die (every day)
PMN — polymorphonuclear (leukocytes)
CIDP — Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy
NPA — Nasopharyngeal Airway
MR — Modified Release
NA — No Answer
HPOA — Hypertrophic Pulmonary Osteoarthropathy
USO — Unilateral Salpingo-Oophorectomy
MERIT — Medical Emergency Response Incident Team
IMV — Intermittent Mandatory Ventilation

NS — Normal Saline (IV)
ABPI — Ankle Brachial Pressure Index
CAL — Calorie
LORTA — Loss of Resistance to Air
CTU — Cancer Treatment Unit
EDS — Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
TBI — Traumatic Brain Injury
ACR — albumin:creatinine ratio
SEM — systolic ejection murmur
OTD — out the door (discharged
TTD — Temporary Total Disability
DNI — Do Not Intubate
G — Gram (g)
UG — Undergraduate
R/O — Rule Out
MCG — micrograms
RLE — Right Lower Extremity
TID — ter in die (three times daily)
CORP — Corporate
KCAL — Kilo Calorie
ER — External Relations
LB — Pound
CME — Continuing Medical Education
TWB — Touch Weight Bear
PUD — Peptic Ulcer Disease
OFC — Office
MSH — melanocyte-stimulating hormone
PM — Post Meridiem
RAE — Right Atrial Enlargement
PAP — Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis
MAR — Medication Administration Record
ARMD — Age-Related Macular Degeneration
V — Vitreous
TDMA — Time Division Multiple Access
RD — Retinal Detachment
VE — Vaginal Examination
DFE — Dilated Fundus Examination
BLE — Bilateral Lower Extremity
ACD — Anemia of Chronic Disease
COCP — Combined Oral Contraceptive Pill
RRP — Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis
AGC — atypical glandular cells
TIPS — Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt
AKA — Above Knee Amputation (orthopaedic Usage)
IMN — Infectious Mononucleosis
OV — Office Visit
ADP — Adenosine Diphosphate (RN 58-64-0)
CAD — Computer-Aided Design
WPC — washed packed cells
ACHE — acetylcholine esterase

CRC — Clinical Research Coordinator
THER — Therapy
PEJ — Percutaneous Endoscopic Jejunostomy
LOX — Liquid Oxygen
CRP — Cold Reactive Protein
BS — Bowel Sounds
TRANS — Transport
PPS — Payroll Personnel System
MAINT — Maintenance
JAMA — Journal of the American Medical Association
RIA — Radio Immuno-Assay
RFVIIA — recombinant activated factor VIIa
HGG — Human Gamma Globulin
LAC — Long Arm Cast
A/O — Alert and Oriented
DNAR — Do Not Attempt Resuscitation
MP — Metacarpophalangeal
LHC — Left Heart Catheterization
TL — Tubal Ligation
AC — Assist-Control (a form of mechanical ventilation)
GTT — Guttae
SNF — Skilled Nursing Facility
RT — Route
GGTP — Gamma Glutamyl Transpeptidase
INTL — International
PMD — Pediatric Medicine
NEG — NEGative
CT — Counterterrorism
CAH — Chronic Active Hepatitis
AROM — Artificial Rupture of Membranes
EDD — Expected Date of Delivery
DZ — Disease
TTE — Transthoracic Echocardiogram
AS — Auricle Sinistrus (Left Ear)
DRSG — Dressing
ENT — Ear nose and throat
SAN — Sinoatrial Node
RR — Respiratory Rate
MHC — Major Histocompatibility Complex
SE — Sales Engineer
HM — hispanic male
HMG-COA — 3-Hydroxy-3-Methyl-Glutaryl-CoA
ENGR — Engineer
TKI — Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor
CVE/CVA — cerebrovascular event/cerebrovascular accident
MG — milligram; 1/1000 gram
CXR — Chest X-Ray
COI — Conflict Of Interest
AUC — Area under the Curve (statistics)
TSI — Thyroid Stimulating Immunoglobulin

ABW — Actual Body Weight
BID — Twice A Day
VA — Visual Acuity
MCV — Mean Cell Volume
CCK — Cholecystokinin
GVHD — Graft Versus Host Disease
ALF — Assisted Living Facility
AVN — Atrioventricular Node
PCL — Posterior Cruciate Ligament
LOC — Level Of Consciousness
IE — Infective Endocarditis
IVD — Intervertebral Disc Disease
SAD — Seasonal Affective Disorder
CT — chest tube
CME — Cystoid Macular Edema
RV — Residual Volume
VIRO — Virology
DIR — Directory
FSE — Fetal Scalp Electrode
FICA — Federal Insurance Contribution Act
RSB — Right Sternal Border
MHA-TP — microhemagglutination assay for T. pallidum
MAO — Monoamine Oxidase
AEB — As Evidenced By
IEP — Immunoelectrophoresis
MPAP — Mean Pulmonary Artery Pressure
DES — diethyl sulphate
USS — ultrasound scan
AB — Antibody
NVD — Normal Vaginal Delivery
CIRC — Circumcision
SNP — Sodium Nitroprusside
AE — Adverse Event
IOL — Intraocular Lens
TP — Total Protein
ADLS — Activities of Daily Living Skills
PTX — PneumoThorax
OCT — Oxytocin Challenge Test
DRPLA — Dentatorubral-Pallidoluysian Atrophy
LPH — Left Posterior Hemiblock
VOC — Vocational
MEB — Muscle-Eye-Brain Disease
UOP — Urinary Output
UD — ut dictum (as directed)
EMU — Early Morning Urine
CTPE — CT scan for pulmonary embolii
ACE — Arthritis Control Electrostimulator
WN — Well Nourished
MVI — Multivitamin
ADD — Attention Deficit Disorder

MRV — Magnetic Resonance Venography
AP — alkaline phosphatase
KTP — Potassium Titanyl Phosphate
PHS — Public Health Service (U.S.)
ASB — Asymptomatic Bacteriuria
ETOH — Alcohol
TIW — three times a week
SSS — Sick Sinus Syndrome
COAD — chronic obstructive airways disease
TIAA-CREF — Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association - College Retirement Equities Fund
DLI — Donor Lymphocyte Infusion
DES — Dry Eye Syndrome
DCH — Doctor of Surgery
BNC — bladder neck contracture
COLL — Collect
QAM — Every morning
SAC — Short Arm Cast
SABA — Supplied Air Breathing Apparatus
CRBS/MEDICAL — Center for Research in Biological Structure/Medical
LIB — Libra
PND — Paroxysmal Nocturnal Dyspnoea
KUB — Kidney
BSX — B-symptoms
PCOS — Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
NVA — near visual acuity
IPV — Inactivated Polio Vaccine
AMC — Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita
MMHG — millimeters of mercury
T2DM — Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
GTN — Gestational Trophoblastic Neoplasia
MATS — Military Air Transport Service
P&PD — Percussion and Postural Drainage
APD — Afferent Pupillary Defect
AGN — Acute Glomerulonephritis
A/A — Affirmative Action
PTHRP — Parathyroid Hormone-Related Peptide
CDE — Common Duct Exploration
TDP — Torsades de Pointes
SOS — if needed
TCM — Traditional Chinese Medicine
IVF-ET — in vitro fertilisation and embryo transfer
ALT — Alanine Transaminase
HCL — Hairy Cell Leukemia
A-V — ArterioVenous
NOF — Neck Of Femur
CX — microbiological culture
TTS — Transdermal Therapeutic System
PZA — Pyrazinamide
ASW — Approved Social Worker
RA — Refractory Anemia

FAST — focused assessment with sonography for trauma
HIT — Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia
PEL — Permissible Exposure Limit
NKDA — Non-Ketotic Diabetic Acidosis
SAR — Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis
IUFD — Intrauterine Fetal Demise
IU — International Unit
AZT — azidothymidine
SVG — Saphenous Vein Graft
RSC — Radiation Safety Committee
HOSP — Hospital
SO — Superior Oblique
PNH — Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria
PREP — Prepare
RIJ — Right Internal Jugular
MMT — Manual Muscle Test
DIB — Dead in Bed
DIF — Direct Immunofluorescence
FIN — Finance
MCH — Master of Surgery
SCCA — Squamous Cell Carcinoma Associated Antigen
BDR — Background Diabetic Retinopathy
PHE — Phenylalanine
IV-DSA — Intravenous Digital Subtraction Angiography
OD — Occupational Disease
LPN — Licensed Practice Nurse
AHG — antihemophilic globulin Factor VIII
FRC — Functional Residual Capacity
PM — Polymyositis
PNB — Prostate Needle Biopsy (medical)
DAW — Dispense As Written
X/7 — x number of days
SERV — Service
MCOT — Mobile Cardiac Outpatient Telemetry
ETS — Endoscopic Thoracic Sympathectomy
EAC — External Auditory Canal
TBEC — Enteric coated tablet
O&P — Ova & Parasites
PCS — Post-Concussion Syndrome
MRA — Magnetic Resonance Angiography
UVC — Umbilical Venous Catheter
SN — Skilled Nursing
BEE — Basal Energy Expenditure
BK — Bradykinin
A — Apical
ORT — Oral Rehydration Therapy
RVAD — Right Ventricular Assist Device
O — Morally Offensive
RESP — Respiratory
MJ — Megajoule

MICN — Mobile Intensive Care Nurse
UBW — Usual Body Weight
ABI — ankle brachial pressure index
SW — Stab Wound
BILAT — Bilateral
KV — Kilovolt (one thousand volts) (measurement)
ICA — Intercollegiate Athletics
VEP — Visual Evoked Potential
OD — OverDose
UNK — Unknown
L&A — Light And Accommodation
USR — Unheated Serum Reagin
ECP — Emergency Care Practitioner
VLY — Valley
IPC — Intermittent Pneumatic Compression
BSE — Breast Self-Examination
POS — Point-Of-Service
PEX — Plasma Exchange
AP&M — Applied Physics & Mathematics Building
DVT — Deep Vein Thrombosis
HHS — Health and Human Services Department
ITP — Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
QID — quattuor in die (four times a day)
SIBO — Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth
SI — Sacroiliac Joint
TF — transfer
ALS — Amyotropic Lateral Sclerosis
UA — Urinalysis
DIU — Death in Utero
JR — Junior
GASB — Governmental Accounting Standards Board
IDIF — Indirect Immunofluorescence
CC — cum cibo (with food)
QS/QT — intrapulmonary shunt fraction
MLE — Midline Episiotomy
STD — sexually transmitted disease
CMO — Comfort Measures Only
STEC — Shiga Toxin-Producing Escherichia Coli
LCIS — Lobular Carcinoma in Situ
CTD — Circling the Drain. Healthcare acronym. Technically and originally Close To Death. Transferable to a wide variety of lost causes. (Ack L Russell)
RLS — Restless Leg Syndrome
FL.OZ. — fluid ounce
DHE — Dihydroergotamine
PHI — Protected Health Information
ET — Esotropia
AP — Apical Pulse
TSH — thyroid stimulating hormone
AC — ante cibum (before food)
OCD — tic/obsessive compulsive disorder
F — Degrees Fahrenheit

PBX — probiotics
TLV — Type-Length-Value
NFPA — National Fire Protection Association
ASIS — Anterior Superior Iliac Spine
ECRF — Electronic Case Report Form
A/W — alive and well
HGPRT — hypoxanthine guanine phosphoribosyltransferase
ICP — Intracranial Pressure
MM3 — Cubic Millimetre
RES — Research
TG — Thyroglobulin
SHPT — Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
DGEMRIC — gadolinium-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging of cartilage
AIP — Academic Internship Program
HIDA — Hepatobiliary Iminodiacetic Acid
IMU — Intermediate Care Unit
ACB — aortocoronary bypass
MV — Minute Volume
EBUS TBNA — endobronchial US-guided transbronchial needle aspiration
TVC — True Vocal Cord
NEC — Necrotizing Enterocolitis
REEP — right end-expiratory pressure
LSCS — Lower Segment Caesarean Section
AED — Antiepileptic Drug
ADV — Advisory
CPP — cerebral perfusion pressure
TEL — Telephone
PA — posteroanterior
FT — foot (unit of length)
BMEDSCI — Bachelor of Medical Science
GABA — gamma-aminobutyric acid
SOM — Serous Otitis Media
CEN — Certified Emergency Nurse
CM — Chirurgiae Magister
BFS — Business and Financial Services
AFB — acid-fast bacillia
IGG — immunoglobulin gamma G (Globulin)
GCA — Giant Cell Arteritis
HAZ — Hazard
TOL — trial of labor
NA — Sodium (Latin ''Natrium'')
MUS — Medically Unexplained Symptoms (healthcare; aka Medically Unexplained Physical Symptoms)
DSM — Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (of the American Psychiatric Association)
TEMP — Temperature
P.V. — per vagina
PRP — Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris
AI — Association Index
MSR — Medical Science Research
LASH — left anterior superior hemiblock
IHD — Ischaemic Heart Disease

EDH — epidural hematoma
DLB — Dementia with Lewy Bodies
PKU — Phenylketonuria
TIL — Tumor Infiltrating Lymphocytes
MEL — Maximum Exposure Limit
UPSI — Unprotected Sexual Intercourse
NG — Nasogastric
PS — Pressure Support
FAP — Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
BUD — Budget
BT — Bleeding Time
GBM — Glomerular Basement Membrane
PMR — Percutaneous Myocardial Revascularization
CIRC — Circulation
WBC — White blood cells
APS — Antiphospholipid Syndrome
GORD — gastro-oesophageal reflux disease
YR — Year
DEV — Development
ICM — Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
HBA — Hemoglobin A
PLHA — People Living with HIV/AIDS
BRVO — Branch retinal vein occlusion
DDNS — Divisional Dean/Natural Sciences
PYRL — Payroll
ICG — Indocyanine Green
SOAP — Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan
ADM — administrator
PKA — protein kinase activity
HPI — history of the present illness
MGR — Manager
DOC — Document
MDVL — Mandeville
CCT — Certified Cardiographic Technician
MSE — Mental Status Examination
INH — Inhalation
D5 — 5% Dextrose Solution
GR COCCI — gram positive cocci
SGOT — Serum Glutamic-Oxaloacetic Transaminase
RS CELL — Reed–Sternberg cell
APUD — Amine Precursor Uptake and Decarboxylation
I — Isoleucine
AF-AFP — amniotic fluid alpha fetoprotein
PRBC — packed red blood cells
CYSTO — Cystoscopy
IPAP — inspiratory positive airway pressure
FDG — Fluorodeoxyglucose
TWA — Time Weighted Averages
POSDI — progestogen-only subdermal implant
PBP — Progressive Bulbar Palsy

MSO — Management Services Officer
SMO — Site Management Organization
Q8H — Every 8 hours
CPD — Continuous Professional Development
S3 — third heart sound
LLD — Leg Length Discrepancy
MCHC — Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration (occupational Exposure)
POCT — point-of-care test
SVE — Sterile Vaginal Examination
CT — Computer Tomography
CAO — conscious alert and oriented
FENA — Fractional Excretion of Sodium
AVB — Atrio-Ventricular Block
LLETZ — Large Loop Excision of the Transformation Zone
USPS — United States Postal Services
SICU — Surgical Intensive Care Unit
NG — Nanogram
FP — Feature Package
CBE — Clinical Breast Examination
WTR — Water
ADA — American Diabetes Association
TED — (hose) Thrombo-embolism Deterrent
VMA — Vanillymadelic Acid
SOL — Solution
ICF — Informed Consent Form
BKSTR — Bookstore
T.D.S. — three times a day
LLC — Long Leg Cast
EOMI — extraocular muscles intact
AOD — Arterial Occlusive Disease
I&D — Incision and Drainage
SHOB — shortness of breath
EMB — Ethambutol
PEST — psoriasis epidemiology screening tool
VW — Vessel Wall
TMJ — TemporoMandibular Joint (syndrome)
D&E — Dilation and evacuation
HBSAG — Hepatitis B Surface Antigen
AF — Amniotic Fluid
HONK — hyperosmolar nonketotic coma
WS — Waardenburg Syndrome
HLTH — Health
DS — Down syndrome
HLV — Herpes-Like Virus
PRP — Panretinal Photocoagulation
WASP — Wiskott-Aldrich Syndrome Protein
TIN — Tubulointerstitial Nephritis
GC — gonorrhea
FOF — Found on Floor
F — Frequency

AGXT — alanine-glyoxylate aminotransferase
DOB — Difficulty of Breathing
PE — pulmonary embolus
TEV — Travel Expense Voucher
KCAL — kilocalories
REIMBURSE — REIMBURSE, REIMBURSEMENT
LVAD — Left Ventricular Assist Device
DGM — Diploma in Geriatric Medicine
IBC — Inflammatory Breast Cancer
BCLS — Basic Cardiac Life Support
DTA — descending thoracic aorta
PRIND — Prolonged Reversible Ischemic Neurologic Deficit
FE — Iron (Latin ''Ferrum'')
DCP — Diploma in Clinical Pathology
FNH — Focal Nodular Hyperplasia
EDD — Estimated Date of Discharge
ALD — alcoholic liver diseases
AFI — Amniotic Fluid Index
FEIA — fluorescent enzyme immunoassay
HMG — Human Menopausal Gonadotropin
PABA — Para-Aminobenzoic Acid
PIP — Peak Inspiratory Pressure
UUS — upper uterine segment
OA — Osteo-Arthritis
PUFA — Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid
IIEF — International Index of Erectile Function
ESWL — Extracorporeal Shock-wave Lithotripsy
MBSS — Modified Barium Swallow Study
DSD — Dry Sterile Dressing
PREOP — Preoperative
HCC — Hepatocellular Carcinoma (liver cancer)
AAALAC — Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care
RDS — Retiree Drug Subsidy
TST — Tuberculin Skin Test
H&P — history and physical examination
INF — Inferior
TAPP — Transabdominal Preperitoneal
DFSA — Drug-Facilitated Sexual Assault
ALT — argon laser trabececuloplasty
IMA — Inferior Mesenteric Artery
WAP — Wandering Atrial Pacemaker
POEM — Patient-oriented Eczema Measure
FDTN — Foundation
DMPA — Depot Medroxyprogesterone Acetate
BIB — Brought In By
LAE — Left Atrial Enlargement
AVJRT — atrioventricular junctional re-entry tachycardia
AEM — Ambulatory electrocardiogram monitoring
CRF/LRC/RB — Clinical Research Facility/Lipid Research Clinic/Rancho Bernardo
AXR — Abdominal X-Ray

VOD — Volume of Distribution
LGBT — Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender
PO2 — Partial Pressure Of O2
BR — Bathroom
ABW — Adjusted Body Weight
LOM — Limitation of Motion
MATL — Material
PTCA — Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angiography
MSAP — Management Skills Assessment Program
ISDN — Isosorbide Dinitrate
CAPA — Corrective And Preventive Action
GDA — Gastroduodenal Artery
PIH — pregnancy induced hypertension syndrome
PTT — Partial Thromboplastin Time
# — Fracture
GDP — Guanosine Diphosphate
LOA — Lysis of Adhesions
PAH — Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
TOF — tetralogy of Fallot
YO — years old
HDL — High-Density Lipoprotein (a type of cholesterol)
A.A. — amino acids:
ICHD — International Classification of Headache Disorders
UCG — Urinary Chorionic Gonadotropin
EMER — Emergency
FEV1 — forced expiratory volume in one second
TAB — Tablet
BMZ — Basement Membrane Zone
TTN — transient tachypnea of the newborn
WK — Week
BG — Blood Glucose
SEN — subependymal nodule
X/12 — x number of months
SLE — Systemic Lupus Erythematous
HS — High School
S/A — sugar and acetone
PROD — Produce
TLR — Tonic Labyrinthine Reflex
NT — NasoTracheal
TCC — Transitional Cell Carcinoma
CTU — Cardiothoracic Surgery Intensive Care Unit
AZOOR — Acute Zonal Occult Outer Retinopathy
PSC — Posterior Subcapsular Cataract
UAC — Umbilical Artery Catheter
CHC — Community Health Council
OP — Operational
S1 — First Heart Sound
SSSS — Staphylococcal Scalded Skin Syndrome
EUA — Examination Under Anesthesia
ANTI-RNP — antibodies to ribonucleoprotein

COH — Controlled Ovarian Hyperstimulation
UR — Urine
ACL — anticardiolipin
PIPJ — Proximal Interphalangeal Joint
IOP — Intraocular Pressure
6MP — 6-mercaptopurine
D25 — 25% dextrose injections
MARSA — Methicillin- and Aminoglycoside-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus
T — tablespoon
APECED — Autoimmune Polyendocrinopathy-Candidiasis-Ectodermal Dystrophy
VOS — Vision Left Eye
PSVT — Paroxysmal SupraVentricular Tachycardia
ECI — febris e causa ignota
WPW — Wolff–Parkinson–White syndrome
UBT — Urea Breath Test
LIH — Left Inguinal Hernia
GC — gonococcus (gonnorhea germ)
REQ — Request
PMP — Pseudomyxoma Peritonei
CPT — Chest Physical Therapy
ITAC — Information Technology Advisory Committee
EVAL — evaluation
LSA — lichen sclerosus et atrophieus
ACR — American College of Radiology
FMP — First Menstrual Period
DAI — Diffuse Axonal Injury
BR — Bedrest
PRKG — Parking
HSV — Herpes Simplex Virus
TA — Teaching Assistant
DMD — Dentariae Medicinae Doctoris
Y/O — years old
NUC — Nuclear
RECP — Reception
MCHC — Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentrate
RTV — Ritonavir
SC — Subcutaneous
AMHP — Approved Mental Health Professional
PLN — Plan
A.P. — before a meal
Q2H — every two hours
M&M — morbidity and mortality
GGT — L-gamma-glutamyl transferase
RPT — Repeat
LWBS — Left Without Being Seen
CCPD — Continuous Cyclic Peritoneal Dialysis
X/52 — x number of weeks
PROJ — Project
WLE — Wide Local Excision
PLMS — periodic limb movements of sleep

EMDA — electromotive drug administration
PROG — Program
PREP — Preparation
CCPD — continuous cycler-assisted peritoneal dialysis
RIMA — Reversible Inhibitor of Monoamine Oxidase Type a
PX — Prognosis
AM — After Morning
CIRCI — Critical Illness-Related Corticosteroid Insufficiency
PICU — Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
ETMF — Electronic Trial Master File
CALLA — Common Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia Antigen
ASCUS — Atypical Squamous Cells of Unknown Significance
A — Assessment
PEG — Pneumoencephalogram
PCNL — Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy
SEP — Somatosensory Evoked Potential
MKTG — Marketing
SSKI — Saturated solution of potassium iodide
OD — Once Daily
PPH — Procedure for Prolapse and Hemorrhoids
GA — general anaesthetic
IVC — Intravenous cholangiogram
AIIRA — angiotensin-II receptor antagonist
= — Equals" or "Complete Transformation
TMB — Too Many Birthdays: Person Dying Of "old Age"
MGN — Membranous Glomerulonephritis
VAL — Valine
HPF — high power field
DAA — Denitrogenation Absorption Atelectasis
PUR — Purchasing
CMS — Correctional Medical Services
LGM — Lymphogranulomatosis Maligna
SSSI — Skin and Skin Structure Infection
PRIN — Principal
APKD — Adult Polycystic Kidney Disease
DPM — Doctor of Pediatric Medicine
ISIS — Integrated Student Information System
L — Litre
EFWC — electrolyte-free water clearance
BTB — Breakthrough Bleeding
ANTHRO — Anthropology
IACUC — Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee
PROCTO — Proctoscopy
DSDP — Deep-Sea Drilling Project
PTSD — Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
A/B — acid-base ratio
DKA — Don't Know Anything
PM&R — Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
PHYCS — Physics
REM — Rapid Eye Movement

SR — Slow Release
HRV — BACKGROUND:Heart rate variability
AST — Aspartate Transaminase
YR — Years old
VAG — Vaginal
CSR — Customer Service Request
LMWH — Low molecular weight heparin(oid
FL — Floor
FBG — fasting blood glucose
K — Lysine
INT — Intermittent Needle Therapy
BR — Bed Rest
KUB — Kidney Ureters Bladder
IMID — Immunomodulatory Drug
Δ — diagnosis;
GNRH — gonadotropin-releasing hormone
GCT — Giant Cell Tumor
ARVD — arrhythmogenic right ventricular dysplasia
SPC — Summary of Product Characteristics
DILI — drug-induced liver injury
IOF — International Operation Forces
FREQ — Frequency
S4 — fourth heart sound
MECH — Mechanic
LHRH — luteinizing hormone releasing hormone, luliberin
ISMN — Isosorbide Mononitrate
VP — Ventricular Peritoneal
GHRH — Growth Hormone-Releasing Hormone
PC — post cibum (after food)
PLT — Platelet
CFT — Complement-fixation Test
EVF — erythrocyte volume fraction
LGIB — lower gastrointestinal tract bleeding
T&C — Type and Cross
PLS — Primary Lateral Sclerosis
TR — Tricuspid Regurgitation
BLD — Blood
IUCD — Intrauterine Contraceptive Device
INSP — Inspector
HSIL — high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesion
PTB — Pulmonary Tuberculosis
FFPATH — Fellow Faculty of Pathology
HOPI — History of Present Illness
T — teaspoon
CRT — Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy
VIS — Visual
HBV — hepatitis B virus
PD — Postural Drainage
FL OZ — Fluid Ounce
UIH — University of Illinois Hospital

CRYO-AHF — cryoprecipitated antihemophilic factor
NV — near vision
RT — Respiratory Technician
CSDD — Cornell Scale for Depression in Dementia
RX — prescriptions
ALF — Acute Liver Failure
G6PD — Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase
NCS — Nerve Conduction Study
ONR — Office of Naval Research (U.S.)
PX — Physical Examination
JIA — Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
DAEC — Diffusely Adherent Escherichia Coli
K — Kilometer
REE — intake/resting energy expenditure
EDRF — endothelium-derived relaxing factor or factors
ID — IDentifier
ACU — Ambulatory Care Unit
BC — Blood Culture
RAD — Right Axis Deviation
PEP — postexposure prophylaxis
FRCGP — Fellow Royal College of General Practitioners
LGI — Low Gastrointestinal
HAVS — Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome
WS — water-soluble
EXT — Extract
S — without (usually written with a bar on top of the "s")
BKA — below-the-knee amputation
RGPG — Retrograde Pyelogram
LPSOE — Lecturer with Potential Security of Employment
ILE — Isoleucine
B.I.D — twice a day
IUT — Intrauterine Transfusion
H.S. — at bedtime
NNH — Number Needed to Harm
QM — Quality Management
HFNEF — heart failure with a normal ejection fraction
APH — Antepartum Haemorrhage
P.T. — pharyngeal toilet
IBC — Institutional Biosafety Committee
AE — Above Elbow
EST — Electroshock Therapy
PAO — Peak Acid Output
LMA — Laryngeal Mask Airway
COSHH — Committee on Substances Hazardous to Health
FOS — Full of Stool
BW — Body Weight
V/Q — Ventilation/Perfusion
IRT — Immunoreactive trypsin
HGH — human growth hormone
WDWN — Well developed and well nourished

@ — each
SG — Specific Gravity
HFMD — Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease
FPR — False Positive Rate
FBS — fasting blood sugar
A-T — ataxia-telangiectasia
RR — Recovery Room
GB — Gallbladder
DCIS — Ductal Carcinoma In Situ
PHTLS — Prehospital Trauma Life Support
TGF — Tumor Growth Factor
HG — Mercury (Latin Hydrargyrum)
RUE — Right Upper Extremity
VD — Venereal Disease
ANTR — asymmetrical tonic neck reflex
FTA — Fluorescent Treponemal Antibodies
FES04 — iron sulfate
KO — Keep Open
GHP — Group Health Plan, Inc.
SEC — seconds
QH — quaque hora (every hour)
NGT — NasoGastric Tube
OAB — Overactive Bladder Syndrome
VAS — visual analog scales
BPHARM — Bachelor of Pharmacy
AIHD — artificial insemination by pooled husband and donor semen
MCH — Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin
HIDA — Hepatobiliary Imino-Diacetic Acid
CPDA — Citrate Phosphate Dextrose Adenine
MMR — Measles, mumps, rubella
OPG — Ocular Plethysmography
MS — medical student (MS-1, MS-2, MS-3, MS-4
APO — Acute Pulmonary Oedema
POSE — primary obesity surgery, endoscopic
KUB — Kidney, Urether and Bladder
IBW — Ideal Body Weight
SR — Superior Rectus (eye muscle)
P — Post
HONK — HyperOsmolar Non-Ketotic
SHX — surgical history
PET — positron emission tomography
HTVD — hypertensive vascular disease
DIA — Digital Image Analysis
OINT — ointment
PEM — protein/energy malnutrition (aka Kwashiorkor
UNEX — University Extension
DIP GU MED — Diploma in Genitourinary Medicine
CREAT — Creatinine
DRESS — Drug Rash with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms
VS — vital signs

ON — every night
LGA — large for gestational age
UCRP — University of California Retirement Plan
XE — Xenon
CPC — Clinical Pathological Conference
INSTL — Install
AD. — right ear
BM — Bachelor of Medicine
IABP — Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump
ENG — electronystagmography
MFCPU — multifocal choroiditis with panuveitis
FFPHM — Fellow Faculty of Public Health Medicine
ESWL — Extracorporeal Shockwave Lithotripsy
CICU — Cardiac Intensive Care Unit
BSAP — Bone-Specific Alkaline Phosphatase
IND — Industry
EFM — electronic fetal monitoring, cardiotocography
LVN — Licensed Vocational Nurse
STS — Shipboard Technical Support
SUSP — Suspension
PERLA — Pupils Equal React to Light and Accommodation
T4 — Thyroxine
ECMO — Extra Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation
CIRC — Circumcision Information Resource Centre
FD — Fatal Dose
NPQ — Not Physically Qualified
TURBT — transurethral resection of bladder tumor
HDCV — Human Diploid Cell Vaccine
MRDD — Mental Retarded/Developmentally Disabled
HT — Hypertension
PPM — Policy & Procedure Manual
PK — Pharmacokinetics
SMA — Superior Mesenteric Artery
V — Valine
A.M. — before noon
# — gauge
PR — Prothrombin Ratio
MCAD — Medium-Chain Acyl-CoA Dehydrogenase
VPAP — Variable Positive Airway Pressure
SQL-DSE — Structured Query Language for Departmental Support Environment
HFO — High Frequency Oscillator
TRANSLTR — Translator Supercomputer
HIB — Haemophilus Influenzae Type B
CIOMS — Council for International Organizations of Medical Sciences
ETIOL — etiology
ULN — upper limit of normal
HAE — Hereditary Angioedema
QTC — QT interval corrected for heart rate
NO. — Number
5HTP — five hydroxy tryptophan

SERT — Serotonin Transporter Protein
MVV — Maximum Voluntary Ventilation
SUBQ — Subcutaneous
HMD — Hyaline Membrane Disease
RAIU — Radioactive iodine uptake
RVF — Right Ventricular Failure
AHT — antihyaluronic acid test
PPTCT — prevention of parent-to-child transmission [of HIV]
5-HT — 5-hydroxytryptamine, that is, serotonin
IBD — Inflammatory Bowel Disease
FLAIR — fluid attenuated inversion recovery imaging
COLD — Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
FERPA — Federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
CE — Continuing Education
NPV — Negative Predictive Value (e.g., of a diagnostic test)
SOL — Solutions in Organisations Linkup
DDS — Doctor of Dental Surgery
CFC — Chloroflourocarbon
WK — Weak
STS — Serological Test for Syphilis
HVD — hypertension vascular disease
FF-21 — Food and Fuel for the 21st Century
OB — Occult Blood
HBIG — Hepatitis B Immune Globulin
SAED — SemiAutomatic External Defibrillator
PPV — Positive Predictive Value (e.g., of a diagnostic test)
ICD — Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator
AHF — Antihemophilic Factor
JCVI — Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation
LEU — Leucine
CABP — coronary artery bypass procedure
HP — hot packs
PND — Postnasal Drip
RCT — randomized controlled trial
SLR — Straight Leg Raise
AAF — African American Female
CATH — Catheter
GRAD — Graduate
LT — Left
INF(-α/-β/-γ) — interferons -α/-β/-γ
PIE — Period of Initial Eligibility
LDW — Last Day Worked
CMACE — Centre for Maternal and Child Enquiries
CH — congenital hypothyroidism
EXP LAP — exploratory laparotomy
EOM — Extraocular muscle
STNR — Symmetrical tonic neck reflex
SLUD — Salivation, Lacrimation, Urination, Defecation
LOD — Laparoscopic Ovarian Drilling
ECCE — ExtraCapsular Cataract Extraction

MOL — Molecule
OD — eye doctor
HEP — hepatitis
AFA — Advanced First Aid
EXT — Extension Shelf
LM — left main coronary artery
GTD — Gestational Trophoblastic Disease
OSTEO — Osteomyelitis
TNTC — Too Numerous To Mention
EMR/EHR — Electronic Medical Record / Electronic Health Record
TMF — Trial Master File
WNL — Will Not Listen
POP — Plaster of Paris
RML — right middle lobe (lung)
JVD — Jugular Venous Distension
EMS — Emergency medical service
PHQ — Patient Health Questionnaire
TRLR — Trailer
VSA — vital signs absent
LVPO — Low Value Purchase Order
PACG — Primary Angle Closure Glaucoma
PNS — Peripheral Nervous Systems
AD LIB — As desired
PAPP-A — Pregnancy-Associated Plasma Protein A
SAST — Serum Aspartate Aminotransferase
PATHO — Pathology
A.C. — before a meal
SPF — Sun Protection Factor (how sunscreen lotion is rated)
FLA-ABS — fluorescent antibody absorption test
LTG — Low Tension Glaucoma
OJ — Orange Juice
MDCT — multidetector row computerized tomography
CB — Ciliary Body
UPJ — Ureteropelvic Junction Obstruction
PX — Pneumothorax
RCVG — Receiving
ICT — Inflammation of Connective Tissue
UOSM — Urine Osmolality
HCM — Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
HADS — Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale
SURG — Surgeon
PDE — Phosphodiesterase
MOD — moderate dysplasia
IIPP — Injury & Illness Prevention Program
BM — Bone Marrow
STI — sexually transmitted infection
TRNG — Training
T&H — type and hold
EOA — Esophageal Obturator Airway
PRO — Professional

MR — Medical Representative (Japan)
PTHRP — Parathyroid Hormone-Related Protein
SUPR — Supervisor
EENT — eyes ears nose and throat
E — Glutamic acid
ID — Intradermal
FUO — fever of unknown origin
T3 — Triiodothyronine
ZN — Zinc
PICC — Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
EHEC — Enterohemorrhagic Escherichia Coli
GM — Gram
CMV IGG — cytomegalovirus IGG
PLIF — Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion
FNAC — fine-needle aspiration cytology
SERM — Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulator
CTAP — CT during arterial portography
MLC — Midline Catheter
V&A — vagotomy and antrectomy
BS — breath sound
DXR — Digital X-Ray Radiogrammetry
ABE — Acute Bacterial Endocarditis
CSF — colony stimulating factor
PTSD — posttraumatic stress disorder
IGD — Immunoglobulin D
WBI — Whole Bowel Irrigation
P.C. — after meals
IPMN — Intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasm
NWB — non-weight bearing
NIDDM — Non-Insulin-Dependent Diabetes Mellitus
OHC — Occupational Health Center
VUR — Vesicoureteral Reflux
KUB — kidney, ureter, bladder (x-rays)
A.A. — of each
ARVC — arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy
RMR — right medial rectus
LA — local anaesthetic
NEAP — Net Endogenous Acid Production
MRCP — Magnetic Resonance Cholangiopancreatography
2° — secondary
MELD — model for end-stage liver disease
FRSH — Fellow Royal Society of Health
CYS — Cysteine
ABC — Abacavir
EDV — End-Diastolic Volume
GVHD — chronic graft-versus-host-disease
REL — RELATION, RELATIONS, RELATED
AHH — aryl hydrocarbon hydroxylase
PPD — Packs Per Day
MIRECC — Mental Illness Research, Education, and Clinical Center

PROG — Prognosis
EPEC — Enteropathogenic Escherichia Coli
NSA — no significant abnormality
VCUG — Voiding Cystourethrogram
PECS — picture exchange communication system
PAP — Papanicolaou test (pap smear)
D5W — 5% Dextrose in water
BTP — Breakthrough Pain
GBS — Guillain–Barré syndrome
IBS — Irritable Bowel Syndrome
AUR — Acute Urinary Retention
HFRS — Hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome
PDR — Physician’s Desk Reference
ASIA — American Spinal Injury Association
NATHNAC — National Travel Health Network and Centre
CV — Cardiovascular
CX — Cervix
VTE — Venous Thromboembolism Every
MAR — Marine
V — Vent
CCR — California Code of Regulations
HOOF — Home Oxygen Order Forms
BL TIME — bleeding time
CAT — Computed Axial Tomography
IMB — intermenstrual bleed
HACEK — acronym for a group of bacteria that are a frequent cause of endocarditis in children
L/S RATIO — lecithin to sphingomyelin ratio
VRSA — Vancomycin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus
OB — obstetrics
NEO — New Employee Orientation
AGRC — Academic Geriatric Resource Center
PCOS — Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
FPB — Flexor Pollicis Brevis
BIPAP — BIlevel Positive Airway Pressure
HCRP — Hospital Cornea Retrieval Programme
ESV — End-Systolic Volume
P&L — Psychology & Linguistics Building
HCG — human chorionic gonadotrophin
NOMI — Nonocclusive Mesenteric Ischemia
K — cornea
SI — Sector Iridectomy
POD — Postoperative Day
BRAT — The BRAT diet: bananas, rice, applesauce, (dry) toast
PCT — progesterone challenge test
EXC — Excision
AK — Above Knee
MOM — multiples of the median
OSM — osmolarity
FFCM — Fellow Faculty of Community Medicine
AIR — Anterior Interval Release

VZV — Varicella-Zoster Virus
FFP — fresh frozen plasma
LCHAD — Long-chain 3-hydroxyacyl-coenzyme A dehydrogenase
HMBP — Hazardous Materials Business Plan
ERT — Enzyme Replacement Therapy
DVA — Distance Visual Acuity
GVL — graft versus leukemia
KOH — potassium hydroxide
LOF — Leakage of Fluid
HAV — Hepatitis A Virus
PR — by rectum
TYR — Tyrosine (Amino Acid)
ORSA — Oxacillin-resistant Staphylococcus Aureus - Operations Research Society Of America
SER — Serine
BSC — bedside commode
MUD — Matched Unrelated Donor (stem cell transplantation)
NCP — Nursing Care Plan
MB CHB — Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
NTT — nasotracheal tube
AUH — auditory hallucinations
BM — Bowel Movement
PNV — prenatal vitamin
CADASIL — Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy
TRALI — transfusion-related acute lung injury
A&P — anterior posterior
TBSE — Total Body Skin Examination
DIPERTE — diphtheria-pertussis-tetanus
OGD — Oesophagogastroduodenoscopy
HUM — Human
GPI — globus pallidus interna
ITP — idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
BDI — Beck Depression Inventory
POS — Positively Outrageous Service
A&P — assessment and plans
CAP — Capsule
CABA — Complaints Of
ASO — antistreptolysin o
LES — Lupus Erythematosus Systemicus
VWF — Von Willebrand Factor
TMT — Treadmill Test
ASOT — antistreptolysin-O titre
LUTS — lower urinary tract symptoms
HPV — Human Papilloma Virus
GGS — Gastrografin swallow
TTO — Technology Transfer Office
SBRT — Stereostatic Body Radiation Therapy
PSI — Pneumonia Severity Index
SCFE — Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis
CFU — Colony Forming Unit (for Bacteria Counting In Water Disinfection)
BCG — Bacille Calmette-Guerine

GLN — Glutamine
GERI — Geriatrics
ELECT — Electric
XRT — external radiation therapy
RADS — Reynolds Adolescent Depression Scale
MIO — Medical Incident Officer
GEST — gestation
/S — without
MIN — Minority
DPT — Diphtheria, pertussis, tetanus
PROMO — Promotional material
NASH — Non-Alcoholic SteatoHepatitis
H&H — Hemoglobin and Hematocrit
BNF — British National Formulary
LS — Lumbosacral
IUD — intrauterine death
PSYCH — psychiatry
EPSES — extra-pyramidal side-effects
PSH — Past medical history
LUL — Left Upper Lobe
FNA — fine needle aspiration biopsy
W/C — Wheelchair
CONC — concentrate
PTU — Propylthiouracil
CRVO — Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
O.U. — both eyes
ACCU — Acute Coronary Care Unit
CLN NUTRIT — Clinical Nutrition
CT SCAN — computer-assisted tomography
EM — Erythema multiforme
APR — Abdominal Peritoneal Resection
MSBOS — Maximum Surgical Blood Order Schedule
FC — foley catheter
REC — Recreation (ground)
CIWA — Clinical Institute Withdrawal Assessment
TD/IPV — tetanus, diphtheria and polio
OB/GYN — Obstetrics and Gynecology
SCL — Soft Contact Lens
OPPT — Oriented to Person, Place, and Time
SOOB — sitting out of bed
PPT — Precipitate
F — Female
HS — hours of sleep(bedtime)
SROM — Spontaneous rupture of membrane
TP — Tuberculin Precipitation
MET — Methionine
GPCL — gas permeable contact lens
IUD — Intra-Uterine Device
SSMP — sanitary sewer management plan
CKMB — creatinine kinase myocardial band

FDIU — Fetal Demise in Utero
BCPS — Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist
PML — Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy
HRT — Hormone Replacement Therapy (man-made drugs used to ease the symptoms of menopause)
PACU — Post Anesthesia Care Unit
NT — Not Tested
COLL — COLLege
HETE — Hydroxyeicosatetraenoic Acid
UIPD — University of Illinois Police Department
BWX — bite-wing x-ray
CYTOTECH — Cytotechnology
RLL — right lower lobe (lung)
CES — Cauda Equina Syndrome
HCTZ — Hydrochlorothiazide
ZE — Zollinger-Ellison
FCR — Flexor Carpi Radialis
MS — Morphine Sulphate
SNV — Sin Nombre Virus
LCPD — Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease
FEIN — Federal Employer Identification Number
DW — dextrose in water
CFR — Case Fatality Rate
O — objective
FRS — Fellow of the Royal Society
MUPS — Medically Unexplained Physical Symptoms (healthcare; aka Medically Unexplained Symptoms)
CM — Centimetre
VED — Vacuum Erection Device
AIIRB — angiotensin II receptor antagonist
LTAC — Long-Term Acute Care
PICU — paediatric intensive care unit
BAO — Basic Acid Output
FDP — Serum-fibrin degradation products
CALIT2 — California Institute for Telecommunications and Information Technology
AGES CRITERIA — age, grade, extent, size
COP — cryptogenic organizing pneumonitis
FF — filtration fraction
CSII — Continuous Subcutaneous Insulin Infusion
AV — Atrio-Ventricular (cardiac)
MRCS — Member Royal College of Surgeons
NST — Non-Stress Test
ST — Sinus Tachycardia (cardiac)
Q3H — every three hours
ENG — ENGLISH LOCKHEED
ABD — abduction
NOIDS — Notifications of Infectious Diseases
IN VIVO — within the living
HSP — Health Services Program
AVNT — Atrioventricular Nodal Tachycardia
TSHR-AB — thyrotropin-receptor antibody
MSAFP — Maternal Serum Alpha-Fetoprotein

ANC — absolute neutrophils count
DCR — Dacryocystorhinostomy
SP.GR. — Specific Gravity
HGV — Hepatitis G Virus
NNICU — Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
CMV — controlled mechanical ventilation
EPACT — electronic Prescribing Analysis and Cost Tool
TEM — Transmission Electron Microscope
NSTEMI — non-ST segment elevation myocardial infarction
CR — centric relation
SMO — Standing Medical Orders
ANGIO — angiogram
MCIS — Medical Center Information Systems
JVP — Jugular Venous Pulse
CDFG — California Department of Fish and Game's
DARWIN — Data Repository and Windows to Information
XR — X-Ray
MTP — Metatarsophalangeal
IDLH — Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health
GA — Gestational Age
FF — fundus firm
FB — Foreign Body
AUTH — Authorization and Account Codes
WK — Work
PTC — Pseudotumor Cerebri
HND — hemolytic disease of the newborn
PBF — Peripheral Blood Film
BMC — Bone Mineral Content
CLARE — Contact lens acute red eye
JSOE — Jacob's School of Engineering
HVLT — high-velocity lead therapy
SCLC — Small Cell Lung Cancer
MOABS — Monoclonal Antibodies
T — Threonine (amino acid)
HHO2 — high humidity oxygen
# — pounds
MEDS — Medication
AHR — airway hyper-reactivity
LBO — Large Bowel Obstruction
TX — Transplantation
DMT — Dimethyltryptamine
EXP — expired
TGA — transposition of the great arteries
ODC — Ornithine Decarboxylase
UCRS — University of California Retirement System
LIC — License
SSPSS — Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
PARA — paraplegic
ICH — International Conference of Harmonization
MCH — Mean Corpuscular Haemoglobin

AAM — African American Male
HIS — Histidine
SARC — Sarcoidosis
ST — Speech Therapy
HBA1C — glycosylated hemoglobin
GMC — General Medical Condition
MM — myeloid metaplasia
AQ — Autism Quotient
HBF — fetal hemoglobin
CERT — Center for Environmental Research and Training
VDSA — Voluntary Data Sharing Agreement
DSA — digital subtraction angiography
DHEA — Dehydroepiandrosterone
PAL — posterior axillary line
ECLS — Extracorporeal Life Support
ISH — Isolated Systolic Hypertension
NAFLD — Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
OFR — Officer of the Federal Republic
RVT — Renal Vein Thrombosis
INS — Insurance
LDH — lactic dehydrogenase
DPM — Diploma in Psychological Medicine
TV — Tidal Volume
HLHS — Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
HPV — Human Papiloma Virus
PHYSCT — Physicist
PCA — Prostate Cancer
BD — bis di twice daily
RSV — Reserve
AA — Alcoholics Anonymous
PCP — Phencyclidine
ON — Optic Nerve
EPITH — epithelial
BL TY — blood type
ARBI — Alcohol Related Brain Injury
PTD — Permanent Total Disability
FFA — Fellow Faculty of Anaesthetists
CFA — Colonization Factor Antigen
DIC — disseminated intravascular clotting syndrome
MT — metatarsal
NNBT — Nelson Baker tube
BRAO — Branch Retinal Artery Occlusion
BRM — immunomodulators/biologic response modifiers
AIO — Ambulance Incident Officer
PVS — Persistent Vegetative State