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Titer





Titer

Definition:

A titer is a measurement of the amount or concentration of a substance in a solution. It usually refers to the amount of medicine or antibodies found in a patient's blood.


Information:

Blood titer measurementscan bevery helpful in determining medical treatment. Antibody titers cantell the doctor if the patient has immunity to diseases such as measles, small pox, and hepatitis. Medication titers can tell if a person is receiving too much medication.




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