DVT Medical abbreviation

The medical abbreviation "DVT" stands for "Deep Vein Thrombosis". DVT is a condition in which a blood clot, or thrombus, forms in one of the deep veins of the body, usually in the legs. The clot can partially or completely block blood flow, causing swelling, pain, and redness in the more...

INR Medical abbreviation

INR is a medical abbreviation that stands for "international normalized ratio." It is a laboratory test that measures how quickly blood clots. INR is used to monitor the effectiveness of blood-thinning medications, such as warfarin, in people who are at risk for blood clots. The INR test is used more...

What does the abbreviation DVT mean in Medical terms

The medical abbreviation "DVT" stands for "Deep Vein Thrombosis". DVT is a condition in which a blood clot, or thrombus, forms in one of the deep veins of the body, usually in the legs. The clot can partially or completely block blood flow, causing swelling, pain, and redness in the more...