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spinal tap
A procedure in which a needle is inserted into the lower region of the spinal cord to collect cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). The CSF is examined in a laboratory to diagnose and monitor certain infections. A spinal tap may also be performed to inject drugs or to reduce spinal fluid pressure.
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- Industri / Domain: Perawatan kesehatan
- Kategori: Pencegahan & pengobatan AIDS
- Company: National Library of Medicine
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