What is FAX in medical terms?
There may be a few different meanings of abbreviation FAX. However, what is the medical term FAX?
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What is FAX medical abbreviation?
In medical field, the FAX medical term stands for facsimile.
FAX: facsimile
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CRD | chronic respiratory disease |
CRR | consult review request |
CT | Cat Scan; also Chest Tube and Cardio-Thoracic |
CvS | cardiovascular system |
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HAQ | health assessment questionnaire |
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LRI | lower respiratory infection |
LWS | low wall suction |
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PFTs | Pulmonary Function Tests |
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RFFF | radial forearm free flap |
ROT | right occiput transverse |
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