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sputum sputum. n, pl-ta (-tə). 1. (Physiology) a mass of salivary matter ejected from the mouth. 2. (Physiology) saliva ejected from the mouth mixed with mucus or pus exuded from the respiratory passages, as in bronchitis or bronchiectasis.
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Medical Definition of Empyema Empyema is a condition in which pus and fluid from infected tissue collects in a body cavity. The name comes from the Greek word empyein meaning pus-producing (suppurate). Empyema is most often used to refer to collections of pus in the space around the lungs (pleural cavity), but sometimes refers to similar collections in the gall bladder or the pelvic cavity.
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Definitions &Translations Empyema definition, a collection of pus in a body cavity, especially the pleural cavity. See more.
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- Definition of rheum. 1 : a watery discharge from the mucous membranes especially of the eyes or nose.
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Rheum Rheum (/ ˈ r uː m /; from Greek: ῥεῦμα rheume a flowing, rheum), also known as gound, is thin mucus naturally discharged from the eyes, nose, or mouth during sleep (cf. mucopurulent discharge). Rheum dries and gathers as a crust in the corners of the eyes or the mouth, on the eyelids, or under the nose.
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- Phlegm is a thick, slippery and sticky substance produced by the throat, bronchial passages, and lungs.Phlegm, also called sputum, contains mucus and sometimes other substances, such as dead cells, pus, or foreign particles, including dust.ou may not notice that you produce much phlegm unless you cough due to a respiratory infection, such as pneumonia, or if you have certain other diseases or conditions in which the body produces abnormal amounts or types of phlegm, such as cystic fibrosis and asthma.
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sputum sputum specimen. a sample of mucous secretion from the bronchi and lungs. The specimen may be examined microscopically for the presence of malignant cells (cytological examination) or tested to identify pathogenic bacteria (bacteriological examination).ucous secretion from the lungs, bronchi, and trachea that is ejected through the mouth, in contrast to saliva, which is the secretion of the salivary glands. Called also expectoration. induced sputum a sputum specimen produced for diagnostic tests by aerosol administration of a hypertonic saline solution.
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- sputum. mucous secretion from the lungs, bronchi, and trachea that is ejected through the mouth, in contrast to saliva, which is the secretion of the salivary glands.Called also expectoration.putum. mucous secretion from the lungs, bronchi and trachea which is ejected through the mouth by humans but not so in animals and it is assumed that it is swallowed.
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sputum mucous secretion from the lungs, bronchi and trachea which is ejected through the mouth by humans but not so in animals and it is assumed that it is swallowed. sputum cup. a small—1 inch diameter—cup on a long handle for the collection of sputum from the pharynx of a large animal.
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- Phlegm /ˈflɛm/ (Greek: φλέγμα inflammation, humour caused by heat) is a liquid secreted by the mucous membranes of mammals. Its definition is limited to the mucus produced by the respiratory system, excluding that from the nasal passages, and particularly that which is expelled by coughing (sputum). Phlegm is in essence a water-based gel consisting of glycoproteins, immunoglobulins, lipids and other substances.
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Bacterial Sputum Culture What is being tested? Sputum is the thick mucus or phlegm that is expelled from the lower respiratory tract (bronchi and lungs) through coughing; it is not saliva or spit. Care must be taken in the sample collection process to ensure that the sample is from the lower airways and not from the upper respiratory tract.
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- A sputum culture is a test to detect and identify bacteria or fungi that are infecting the lungs or breathing passages. Some types of bacteria or fungi grow quickly in a culture and some grow slowly. Test results may take from one day to several weeks, depending on the type of infection suspected.
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I Feel So Bad, I Could Spit: Coughing Up Sputum A sputum culture is a test to detect and identify bacteria or fungi that are infecting the lungs or breathing passages. Sputum is a thick fluid produced in the lungs and in the airways leading to the lungs.
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- (December 2009). A sputum culture is a test to detect and identify bacteria or fungi that infect the lungs or breathing passages. Sputum is a thick fluid produced in the lungs and in the adjacent airways. A sample of sputum is placed in a sterile container and sent to the laboratory for testing.December 2009). A sputum culture is a test to detect and identify bacteria or fungi that infect the lungs or breathing passages. Sputum is a thick fluid produced in the lungs and in the adjacent airways. A sample of sputum is placed in a sterile container and sent to the laboratory for testing.
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- Sputum Culture and Analysis. Sputum is the liquid substance that comes from your respiratory tract when you cough. In addition to mucus, sputum contains many materials that are not visible to the naked eye. It often consists of bacteria, cellular fragments, blood, and pus.
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sputum sputum specimen. a sample of mucous secretion from the bronchi and lungs. The specimen may be examined microscopically for the presence of malignant cells (cytological examination) or tested to identify pathogenic bacteria (bacteriological examination).
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Phlegm Phlegm /ˈflɛm/ (Greek: φλέγμα inflammation, humour caused by heat) is a liquid secreted by the mucous membranes of mammals. Its definition is limited to the mucus produced by the respiratory system, excluding that from the nasal passages, and particularly that which is expelled by coughing (sputum).hlegm is more related to disease than is mucus. Phlegm is a secretion in the airway during disease and inflammation. Phlegm usually contains mucus with bacteria, debris, and sloughed-off inflammatory cells. Once phlegm has been expectorated by a cough it becomes sputum.
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septum Medical Definition of septum. plural. septa. \-tə\play. : a dividing wall or membrane especially between bodily spaces or masses of soft tissue: asa: nasal septumb: crural septum.
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sputum sputum. mucous secretion from the lungs, bronchi, and trachea that is ejected through the mouth, in contrast to saliva, which is the secretion of the salivary glands. Called also expectoration. induced sputum a sputum specimen produced for diagnostic tests by aerosol administration of a hypertonic saline solution.ucous secretion from the lungs, bronchi, and trachea that is ejected through the mouth, in contrast to saliva, which is the secretion of the salivary glands. Called also expectoration. induced sputum a sputum specimen produced for diagnostic tests by aerosol administration of a hypertonic saline solution.
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- Pneumonia is an infection or inflammation of the lungs, often caused by bacteria or viruses, but can also be caused by fluid or food aspiration, inhalation of smoke or other t … oxic gases. It is a temporary and acute condition.neumonia is caused from the accumulation fluid in the lungs. Bacteria, viruses and yeasts can cause this, a can anything that triggers an inflammatory response. Sputum can also be clear, yellow or white.
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sputum mucous secretion from the lungs, bronchi and trachea which is ejected through the mouth by humans but not so in animals and it is assumed that it is swallowed. sputum cup. a small—1 inch diameter—cup on a long handle for the collection of sputum from the pharynx of a large animal.ucous secretion from the lungs, bronchi and trachea which is ejected through the mouth by humans but not so in animals and it is assumed that it is swallowed. sputum cup. a small—1 inch diameter—cup on a long handle for the collection of sputum from the pharynx of a large animal.
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Top 30 Doctor insights on: Wheezing Coughing Up Phlegm Phlegm (Definition) 1  Phlegm is the thick, sticky mucus secreted by the surface of the respiratory tract during a cold or other respiratory infection. The respiratory tract includes the nose and sinuses, throat, voice box, bronchi, and lungs. 2  Coughing is an important way to keep your throat and airways clear.
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- A sputum culture is done to: 1  Find bacteria or fungi that are causing an infection of the lungs or the airways leading to the lungs. 2  Examples include pneumonia and tuberculosis. sputum culture is done to: 1  Find bacteria or fungi that are causing an infection of the lungs or the airways leading to the lungs. 2  Find the best antibiotic to treat the infection. 3  See if treatment is working.
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- Sputum is the thick mucus or phlegm that is expelled from the lower respiratory tract (bronchi and lungs) through coughing; it is not saliva or spit.Care must be taken in the sample collection process to ensure that the sample is from the lower airways and not from the upper respiratory tract.putum samples may be coughed up or induced. Samples that are coughed up are expelled into a sterile cup provided by the laboratory. Deep coughing is generally required, and the person should be informed that it is phlegm/mucus from the lungs that is necessary, not saliva.