Medical Terminology Abbreviations Starting with T Part 1

This set of Medical Terminology flash cards includes abbreviations starting with the letter T. Some abbreviations have multiple meanings, while some terms may have more than one abbreviation. You can typically determine which term is abbreviated by considering the context. If in doubt, spell the word out. Follow facility policy regarding use of abbreviations.

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Medical Terminology Flash Cards Abbreviations Starting with T

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TNF

tumor necrosis factor

TAO

thromboangiitis obliterans

TURP

transurethral resection of prostate; prostatectomy

TKA

total knee arthroplasty

TBI

thyroxine-binding index; total body irradiation; traumatic brain injury

TIA

transient ischemic attack

Tx

traction; treatment

TMD

temporomandibular disease; temporomandibular disorder

tr

tincture

TULIP

transurethral ultrasound-guided laser-induced prostatectomy

TENS

transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation

T4

thyroxine

TD

total disability; transdermal

top

topically

TSE

testicular self-examination

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