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The practitioner will look at your medical history, assess current symptoms, and perform a physical examination.
—Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 30 Oct. 2024
The visit, which takes about 30 minutes, typically includes a blood draw, physical examination by your physician, an evaluation of your vital signs such as blood pressure and weight, and a review of your medical history and medications.
—Perri Ormont Blumberg, TIME, 29 Oct. 2024
Hereditary Fructose Intolerance Hereditary fructose intolerance is typically diagnosed through a combination of physical examinations and specific diagnostic tests.
—Devineé Lingo, M.s., Health, 1 Nov. 2024
Diagnosing the cause of belly button pain involves a medical history review, physical examination, and diagnostic tests.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 10 July 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
circa 1884, in the meaning defined above
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The first known use of physical examination was
circa 1884
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“Physical examination.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/physical%20examination. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.
Kids Definition
physical examination
noun
: an examination of the bodily functions and condition of a person
Medical Definition
physical examination
noun
: an examination of the bodily functions and condition of an individual
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