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.
one of the divisions or apparent segments of a tapeworm, formed by transverse budding in the neck region, which remain connected as they move backwards, increasing in size and maturing. Eventually the proglottid is cut off and is shed from the gut of the host. Each proglottid contains male and female sex organs. proglottid, proglottis.