Medical Definition of SPECTROMETER. 1. : an instrument used for measuring wavelengths of light spectra. 2. â specÂ·troÂ·metÂ·ric \Ëspek-trÉ-Ëme-trik\ adjective.
It is important to denote the proband, so that the relationship to other individuals can be seen and patterns established. In most cases, the proband is the first affected family member who seeks medical attention for a genetic disorder.
Case finding is a proactive attempt to diagnose probands for cascade screening. A method of identifying vulnerable people who may not be in touch with health and social care services, using either highly specific local criteria or nationally validated criteria to assess the relative risk of functional decline.