For example, AA is sometimes referred to as. 1  Performance Assessment (or Performance-based) -- so-called because students are asked to perform meaningful tasks. 2  Alternative Assessment -- so-called because AA is an alternative to traditional assessments.
Gua sha is a common practice in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and an invaluable technique in an acupuncturistâs armamentarium. Gua sha is an ancient healing technique used by many clinicians of TCM. In this procedure, a lubricating medium, such as massage oil, is applied to the skin of the area to be treated.
CEA stands for carcinoembryonic antigen. CEA is a substance found on the surface of some cells. It is a type of glycoprotein produced by cells of the gastrointestinal tract during embryonic development. It is produced in very small amounts after birth.